Drinkwater Lake dominates the northern landscape of this Mojave Desert region in San Bernardino County. In an environment defined by its aridity, the presence of Devouge Spring and Drinkwater Spring indicates critical water sources that historically dictated movement through the terrain. The landscape is structured around the natural corridor of Granite Pass, a topographic focal point that funnels travel between the high desert peaks. This 2012 survey illustrates the modern road network superimposed over these ancient desert landmarks, showing how contemporary infrastructure continues to follow the paths established by the underlying geology and scarce water resources of the California interior.
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1933 · Avawatz Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1947 · Trona
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1948 · Red Pass Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Trona
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1948 · Leach Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Avawatz Pass
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Tiefort Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1951 · Tiefort Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1951 · Avawatz Pass
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1951 · Red Pass Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500