1985 Map of Cadiz

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Marble Mountains dominate the northern landscape of this Mojave Desert region, where steep slopes meet the broad expanse of the Cadiz Valley. Mapping in the mid-1980s shows a landscape defined by water management and mineral extraction, with numerous Mines and Prospects scattered across the high ground. The settlement of Chambless sits along a series of protective Levees, which manage the runoff from seasonal flows like Van Winkle Wash. To the south, the railroad town of Cadiz serves as a junction point in the desert floor. The network of 4wd tracks suggests a remote area where transportation and utility infrastructure follow the natural contours of the alluvial fans.