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2021 Map of Mud Hills

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Mud Hills
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Mojave Desert terrain dominates this 2021 survey of the Mud Hills, where complex geologic formations and deep washes create a labyrinthine landscape. Central to this map is Rainbow Basin, a geological landmark characterized by its colorful, folded rock layers and paleontological significance. The area is defined by a network of dry drainages such as Owl Canyon and Coon Canyon, which cut through the uplifted terrain of the Waterman Hills in the southern portion of the sheet.

Transport through this arid environment is facilitated by historical desert routes including Coolgardie Rd, Copper City Rd, and the descriptively named Fossil Bed Rd. These roads suggest a history of exploration and extraction, connecting disparate points across the desert floor. The map provides a detailed view of the modern land management boundaries, including various township and range lines like t11n r2w, which help orient researchers in this remote section of San Bernardino County.