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1954 Map of Bristol Lake NW

USGS Topo · Published 1985

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Bristol Lake dominates this arid landscape, characterized by the expansive Salt Evaporators in its northern basin. These geometric industrial works reflect the mid-century extraction of minerals from the dry lake bed, a practice central to the region's desert economy. To the southwest, the boundary of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center encroaches upon the alluvial fans, marking a shift in land use toward military operations that would define the area's modern character. Moving through the center of the sheet, Amboy Road serves as the primary artery for transportation, flanked by scattered mining activity including several Prospect and Prospects sites. The contrast between the industrial scale of the salt pans and the isolated mineral exploration at the base of the surrounding slopes illustrates the diverse ways the San Bernardino desert has been utilized for its resources.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.3 x 27.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain