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2018 Map of Shenandoah Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Mesquite Valley and the surrounding high desert terrain define this borderland region, where the state line bisects a grid of remote roads and dry watercourses. The settlement of Ripley sits at a crossroads near the Sky Ranch Airport, serving as a focal point for the scattered residential developments that have emerged along the arid flats. The landscape is dominated by the elevations of the Spring Mountains, including Shenandoah Peak and the nearby Ragged Peak.

Evidence of historical land use and mineral exploration is visible through landmarks such as the Cairn East of Shenandoah Mine. A network of seasonal drainages, including Keystone Wash, Bonanza Wash, and Singer Wash, carve through the basin toward the desert floor. This 2018 survey captures the precise intersection of Clark County, Nevada, and San Bernardino County, California, showing how modern property lines and infrastructure navigate the transition from the valley floor to prominent features like Rattler Hill.