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2015 Map of Bartlett

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Bartlett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Bartlett sits at the base of the eastern Sierra Nevada, where the high desert meets the shores of Owens Lake. This 2015 survey reveals a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and essential water infrastructure, most notably the Los Angeles Aqueduct as it skirts the mountain range. Much of the western terrain is protected within the Inyo National Forest, home to prominent summits like Wonoiga Peak, Timosea Peak, and Muah Mtn.

The presence of Point Bartlett and the intricate drainage systems of Cottonwood Creek and Ash Creek illustrate the natural watershed of the Owens Valley. Transportation through this steep environment is limited to significant routes like Horseshoe Meadows Rd and Ash Creek Rd. The map provides a clear record of the interface between wilderness canyons, such as Slide Canyon and Wormhole Canyon, and the managed water resources vital to the region's development.