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1972 Map of Panaca Summit

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Panaca Summit
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The high mountain pass at Panaca Summit defines this part of Lincoln County, where the high desert landscape is etched by seasonal watercourses and evidence of early industry. The presence of Charcoal Kilns along the upper reaches of Kiln Wash suggests a history of local resource processing, likely supporting nearby mining operations. These structures were essential for converting timber into fuel, situated strategically near reliable water sources such as Kiln Spring.

The terrain is marked by significant drainages including Gleason Canyon and Lien Draw, which intersect the network of Jeep Trail routes used to navigate the area. Notable landmarks for travelers and surveyors include the distinct Nine Mile Rocks and several remote water points like Marchell Spring and Dow Spring. In the west, Borrow Pits near White Wash indicate more contemporary gravel or material extraction as the region's land use evolved through the 1970s.