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2021 Map of South of Quartzsite

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of South of Quartzsite
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Quartzsite anchors the northern edge of this arid landscape, serving as a gateway to the expansive La Posa Plain. The area is defined by a complex network of desert tracks and trails, including Lp581 Trl and Lp570 Trl, which navigate the terrain alongside the ephemeral drainage of French Cr. Significant travel corridors like Old Yuma Rd and Pipeline Rd bisect the valley, marking the historical and modern transit routes through this section of La Paz County.

To the south, the topography rises into the Livingston Hills, while the residential developments of La Paz Valley illustrate the modern settlement patterns in this part of the Sonoran Desert. The grid of local streets, such as Kofa Rd and Blevens Rd, contrasts with the winding backcountry trails, providing a clear picture of how land use and infrastructure are managed in the vicinity of the Plomosa Mountains.