2012 Map of Blue Mountain

About this map

Blue Mountain dominates the northern reaches of this Colorado Desert landscape within Imperial County. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the intricate drainage patterns and relief of a predominantly undeveloped arid environment. The map provides an exacting record of the topography, illustrating the complex network of ephemeral washes and desert terrain that characterize this part of the California backcountry. Due to the absence of named settlements or man-made infrastructure on the sheet, the focus remains entirely on the natural landforms and the elevation contours that define this specific quadrangle.