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2012 Map of Potosi

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Potosi
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Potosi Mountain dominates this portion of Clark County, serving as a prominent landmark for the arid landscape south of Las Vegas. The area is defined by its high-altitude passes, including Potosi Pass and Wilson Pass, which have long channeled travel through this section of the Spring Mountains. Evidence of earlier human activity is marked by the site of Potosi (historical), a location tied to the region's early mining efforts.

Critical water sources like Potosi Spring, Mexican Spring, and Keystone Spring are scattered across the terrain, indicating the vital points of refuge in this high desert environment. The drainage of Potosi Wash carves through the center of the map, while Pahrump Rd and Kingston Rd provide modern access across the rugged topography. This survey captures a balance between the enduring natural geography of the mountain range and the historical footprints of the state's pioneering industry.