2018 Map of Yucca NW

About this map

Black Mesa and the western slopes of the Black Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Mohave County. The terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems including the Sacramento Wash, Black Rock Wash, and Walnut Creek, which flow toward the lower elevations of the Mojave Desert. This arid environment is punctuated by vital water sources such as Caliche Spring, essential for the survival of early settlements in the region. Near the eastern edge of the map, the site of Athos sits along the transportation corridor that parallels the mountain range. To the south, the Yucca Cem provides a genealogical connection to the families who established themselves in this demanding environment, while the proximity of Rock Creek and Willow Creek further illustrates the hydrological patterns that dictated land use in the area.