1971 Map of Apple Valley South

About this map

Apple Valley is captured here during a period of significant desert expansion, characterized by a grid of developing residential streets that contrast with the open terrain of the Ord Mountains. The community infrastructure is well-defined by several local schools, including Yucca Loma Sch, Mariana Sch, and dedicated junior and senior high school sites. Along the western edge, the Mojave River and Deep Creek provide a natural corridor through the arid landscape, supporting unique local features such as the Jess Ranch and a nearby Fish Hatchery. Residential and agricultural pockets like Lone Wolf Colony and Cotners Corner appear alongside industrial traces, including a Mine and multiple water tanks. The presence of the Atchison Topeka And Santa Fe railroad and the Bear Valley Cutoff highlights the area's role as a transit link between the High Desert and the larger San Bernardino region.