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2021 Map of Arlington Mine

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Arlington Mine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Arid desert basins and dramatic elevation changes define this stretch of Riverside County, where the southern reaches of the Little Maria Mountains meet the northern slopes of the McCoy Mountains. The landscape is characterized by extensive alluvial fans and dry wash systems that drain from the surrounding peaks into the broad central valley. Modern access through this remote terrain is maintained via Arlington Mine Rd, which cuts through the heart of the quadrangle to support historical mining interests in the region.

Evidence of early desert travel remains visible through the network of trails and unpaved routes, including the 66077: Palen Pass Trl and Palen Pass Rd. These routes follow the natural contours of the desert floor, navigating the complex drainage patterns that dominate the area's geography. The map provides a detailed view of the township and range divisions, such as t4s r20e, illustrating the systematic land surveying of the California desert.