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2010 Map of The Pinnacle

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of The Pinnacle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Pinnacle rises as a prominent landmark in this desert landscape of southern Utah, overlooking a complex system of carved mesas and drainage basins. The area's topography is defined by significant geological features such as Sams Mesa and the expansive The Big Ridge, which dictate the natural flow of the terrain. Connectivity across this high-desert environment is limited primarily to the winding path of Sams Mesa Rd, reflecting a region where physical geography remains the dominant force over human development.

Remote water sources like Dripping Spring and Two Pipe Springs highlight the importance of natural hydrology in an otherwise arid corridor. These springs are situated near the deep incisions of Happy Canyon and the notable Twin Corral Box Canyon, illustrating the erosive power that has shaped the Twin Corral Flats over time. This 2010 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey provides a precise record of these natural features at the start of the 21st century.