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2021 Map of Blackwater Mine

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Kingston Range dominates this portion of the Mojave Desert, marking a stark transition between the high desert peaks and the sinking basin of the Mesquite Valley. This modern topographical study captures the remote boundary between Inyo County and San Bernardino County, an area characterized by isolation and a sparse network of desert tracks. The terrain's character is defined by the steep, rising contours of the range, which provides a dramatic backdrop to the lower valley flats.

Transportation through this arid landscape relies on historical routes such as Excelsior Mine Rd and Co Rd 20918. These desert corridors, along with more primitive paths like No434 Trl and Two Hk Rd, offer a map of the modern access points into the backcountry of the Eastern Mojave. The map serves as a primary reference for the intricate township and range divisions that structure this expansive public land.