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2012 Map of Desert Hot Springs

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Desert Hot Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Desert Hot Springs sits at the heart of this landscape, where the modern grid of residential developments meets the untamed alluvial fans of the Coachella Valley. The map captures the intricate water management system essential to this desert environment, most notably the Colorado River Aqueduct and the natural drainage patterns of Little Morongo Cr and Garnet Wash. To the south and west, the transportation corridor along the Whitewater River is defined by the intersection of rail and road near Garnet, marking the lower valley's industrial and logistical gateway.

Local history is preserved through the labeling of various cattle and horse properties such as Lost Heads Ranch and Lazy C Ranch. Topographical landmarks like Devils Garden and Whitewater Hill provide a clear view of the natural barriers that shaped early settlement patterns. This survey is particularly useful for genealogists and researchers tracking the growth of smaller communities like North Palm Springs and Dos Palmas Corners during the early 21st century.