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1971 Map of Pakoon Springs

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Pakoon Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Pakoon Springs and its surrounding desert catchment define this portion of the Arizona Strip during the early 1970s. The landscape is characterized by a sparse but essential network of water sources, including Waynes Well, Allan Well, and Burro Spring, which supported the livestock and ranching activity of Mohave County. A solitary Corral and a remote Landing Strip near the springs suggest the logistical challenges and isolation of this high-desert region.

Erosional forces are prominently displayed through the deep incision of Grand Wash and the sharp uplift of The Cockscomb. The topographic detail reveals a landscape carved by intermittent drainage, where Pakoon Wash and Cottonwood Wash cut through the rugged terrain of Cottonwood Ridge. This era of mapping shows a reliance on a primitive road network, primarily composed of Jeep Trails that connect these remote water points and geological landmarks like Negrohead and Nugget.