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1965 Map of Palomas Mts

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Palomas Mts
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Tank Mountains and Palomas Mountains dominate this 1960s desert landscape, reflecting a remote region defined by military use and sparse water resources. A significant portion of the western territory is designated as the Yuma Proving Ground, where a network of trails and jeep paths crisscross the arid flats. This area, largely devoid of permanent settlements, highlights the critical importance of isolated water sources for early travel and survival, indicated by features like Snyders Well, White Tanks, and Jims Well.

Tracing the drainage patterns through the Palomas Plain, one finds named ephemeral watercourses such as Old Timer Wash and Hoodoo Wash. Evidence of local mineral exploration appears at the Golden Harp Mine, located near the center of the survey. The presence of these named wells and the lone mine site amidst the prominent Flat Top Butte suggests a history of prospectors and travelers navigating this rugged section of the Arizona desert during the mid-20th century.