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2018 Map of Crucero Hill

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Crucero Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Crucero sits at a critical junction in the arid expanse of the Mojave Desert, where the Mojave River Wash cuts through the landscape. This 2018 survey reveals a terrain defined by stark topographic shifts, from the heights of the Soda Mountains in the north to the Mesquite Hills and the prominent Crucero Hill further south. The map documents a sparsely populated area where human presence is mostly defined by infrastructure, including Crucero Rd and Front St, which intersect near the townsite.

Large portions of the eastern and northern territory are protected under the Mojave National Preserve, reflecting the regional emphasis on conservation and recreation. The proximity of Mesquite Spring indicates the vital, if rare, occurrence of water sources in this dry environment. The grid of the Public Land Survey System, including townships such as t12n r7e and t11n r8e, provides a framework for understanding land ownership and management in this corner of San Bernardino County.