1985 Map of Mount Bangs

About this map

The Virgin Ridge Mountains and Black Rock Mountain dominate this corner of Mohave County, where the landscape is defined by deep drainages like Figure Canyon and Sullivans Canyon. Life in this arid high-country environment was historically sustained by a network of isolated water sources, including Hancock Spr, Atkin Spring, and Gates and Mullen Spr. The presence of Littlefield Reservoir and a Catchment Water Tank underscores the ongoing management of water resources for grazing or local wildlife. Evidence of small-scale extraction is visible at a single Mine located south of the mountains, while the modern era is represented by a Radio Facility perched on a high ridge. The map provides a detailed record of remote landmarks like Pocum Cove and West Fork Gate, essential for navigating this complex terrain of washes and ridges.