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1959 Map of Spirit Mtn

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Spirit Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

The Newberry Mountains dominate this 1959 survey, revealing a landscape defined by high peaks and an active history of mineral exploration. Mining activity is evident throughout the terrain, with operations such as the Goldenrod Mine, Empire Mine, White Rock Mine, and Roman Mine scattered among the high ridges. The map identifies the small settlement of Camp Thurman, situated near the Potential Mine and a local Uslm survey monument, providing a look at mid-century habitations in the Nevada desert.

Water sources are vital landmarks in this arid environment, including Roman Spring, Pipe Spring, and Willow Spring. The eastern edge of the quadrangle meets the waters of Lake Mohave, while the southern reaches feature the notable gap of Christmas Tree Pass and the drainage of Grapevine Canyon. This sheet documents the region as part of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, showing a network of jeep trails and foot trails that connected these remote mines and springs during the late 1950s.