2021 Map of Tucki Wash

About this map

Tucki Mtn dominates this high-altitude landscape within the Death Valley National Park, where the extreme topography of the northern Panamint Range meets the edge of the Mojave Desert. This 2021 survey documents a territory defined by complex drainage systems and severe elevation changes, centering on the arid floor of Death Valley. Critical water sources in this environment are rare and specifically noted, such as Blackwater Spring, which feeds into the seasonal drainage of the Blackwater Wash. The map also traces the Dry Fork Blackwater Wash, illustrating how the desert floor is carved by ephemeral water flow during infrequent rain events. This modern topographical record provides essential data for understanding the hydrological and geological structure of one of the most demanding environments in North America.