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Lake Mead - elevated terraces along the valley

Detailed Description

This view along the South Cove access road shows elevated terraces along the valley of the modern Colorado River (now flooded by Lake Mead). The Hualapai Limestone forms the caprock exposed along the margin of the terrace escarpment.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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