Barstow sits at a critical junction of the High Desert, serving as a hub where major transportation routes diverge across the Mojave Desert. This 2015 topography shows the southern reaches of the city and the adjacent community of Lenwood as they transition from dense residential blocks into the open terrain of the Stoddard Valley. The layout reveals a distinct pattern of development, with established academic centers like Barstow Community College anchoring the northern edge, while the south is defined by commercial infrastructure near Outlet Center Dr. The grid of the city gives way to uniquely named residential corridors such as Salamander Blvd and Hummingbird Ln, reflecting the modern expansion of this Mojave settlement. Local researchers can trace the intricate network of desert roads, from arterial connectors like Lenwood Rd to smaller streets like Brucite Rd and Travertine St, which climb toward the higher elevations overlooking the valley floor.
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1932 · Barstow
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1934 · Barstow
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1953 · San Bernardino
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1953 · Nebo
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1955 · Ord Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1956 · San Bernardino
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Daggett
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1956 · Barstow
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Apple Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · San Bernardino
USGS Topo · 1:250,000