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1970 Map of Needles SW

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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The Sacramento Mountains dominate this arid landscape on the California-Arizona border just as the region’s transportation infrastructure was evolving in the early 1970s. The city of Needles is represented at its southwestern edge, where the Needles Corporate Boundary meets the harsh desert terrain. Transportation corridors are the defining human mark on the land, from the historic National Old Trails Road to the heavy-duty Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad line. Deep in the backcountry, the Eagle Pass Trail and various Jeep Trails provide access to numerous prospects and a quarry, indicating the area's long-standing connection to mineral exploration. The Colorado River and the adjacent Mohave Valley occupy the upper corner, providing a stark contrast to the high-elevation ridges of Shadow Canyon.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1970
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain