Loading map...

1954 Map of Boron

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Boron
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Baker and West Baker define the mid-century industrial and military landscape of this Mojave Desert region, shown here during a period of significant growth. The area is dominated by the extraction industry, evidenced by the Jennifer Mine, extensive Tailings, and a large Tailings Pond near the settlement. Local infrastructure reflects a self-contained community, featuring the Gephart School, a Swimming Pool, and a Radio Range Station to support both civilian and burgeoning defense activities.

The landscape is marked by the presence of the Boron A F Station and a large Military Res, highlighting the strategic importance of the high desert in the 1950s. Historical remnants like the Old Railroad Grade and the Fremont (Site) suggest earlier eras of passage and settlement. Geologic landmarks such as Saddleback Mtn and Castle Butte rise above the flat desert floor, providing fixed points for navigators and surveyors in the arid terrain crossing the Kern and San Bernardino county line.