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2014 Map of Nelson

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Nelson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Nelson and its surrounding canyonlands serve as the focal point for this survey of the northern Eldorado Mountains. The landscape is defined by the complex drainage patterns of Eldorado Canyon and Techatticup Wash, which cut through the arid terrain toward the Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the east. Historically significant sites such as Marie Camp and Lucky Jim Camp sit among the ridges, reflecting the area's prospecting legacy.

Physical landmarks like the Murl Emery Arch and Mt Duncan provide orientation in the southern reaches of the Mojave Desert. This topographic record details the network of desert springs vital to the region, including Knob Hill Spring and Huse Spring. The map traces various routes like NV-165 and Grandpa's Rd, illustrating how modern infrastructure follows the natural corridors of the desert washes.