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2011 Map of Snap Canyon West

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Snap Canyon West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Mead and the winding course of the Colorado River dominate this desert landscape in the northwestern corner of Arizona. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological features where the river cuts through the Lower Granite Gorge, creating a complex network of side canyons and inlets. High desert landforms like The Cockscomb and the deeply etched Balanced Rock Canyon indicate a rugged, arid environment where water is a scarce and precious resource, evidenced by the solitary Chill Heal Spring.

The western edge of the map follows the irregular shoreline of the reservoir, revealing numerous named coves such as Gods Pocket, Never Shines Cove, and Pidgeon Cove. These features, along with Little Bass Cove and Pearce Canyon, reflect the intricate topography of the region as it was documented in 2011, providing a detailed look at the interface between the rising waters and the ancient stone of the Colorado Plateau.