2011 Map of Borax Lake

About this map

Pueblo Valley serves as a stark desert landscape where geothermal activity and industrial history intersect. The northern reach of this survey is dominated by the seasonal waters of Alvord Lake, while the central area focuses on the thermal features of Hot Springs and the namesake Borax Lake. A specific point of historical interest is the Borax Works, marking where mineral extraction once defined local industry near the water. The drainage patterns are dictated by the seasonal flow of Trout Creek as it moves through the basin toward the playa. Evidence of water management in this arid environment appears at the Lower Borax Lake Reservoir, providing a clear look at how natural springs like Salt Springs and Buckbrush Spring were utilized or monitored in the early 21st century.