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2018 Map of Overton Beach

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Overton Beach
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Virgin River Basin and Virgin Basin dominate this portion of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, where the rising and receding waters of Lake Mead have shaped a landscape of shifting shorelines and named coves. Along the western edge, the settlement of Overton Beach serves as a primary reference point near a series of recreation sites including Old Swim Beach, Ann Margaret Beach, and Engine Beach. To the north, Lost City Cove hints at the region's deep archaeological significance, while the geography of The Narrows and Bark Bay illustrates the complex hydrology of the Overton Arm.

Further south, the map details more rugged landmarks such as Fultons Reef and Belsmeir Beach, contrasting with the open Mojave Desert and the high elevations of Bitter Ridge. Significant historical markers like Saint Thomas Salt and Salt Point remain visible, indicating the industrial and mineral importance of the area before the valley was flooded. The eastern terrain climbs toward the South Virgin Mountains and Lime Ridge, cut by seasonal drainages like Gold Butte Wash.