1957 Map of Dry Mountain

About this map

Saline Valley and its high desert surroundings are documented here following 1950s aerial photography and field checks. The terrain is defined by the sharp vertical rise of the Saline Range to the west and the Panamint Range to the east, illustrating the stark basin-and-range topography within the Death Valley National Monument. Notable waypoints for travelers in this arid environment include Teakettle Junction and isolated water sources like Upper Warm Spr and Marble Bath. The map reveals a network of Jeep Trails connecting these points, serving as vital routes across Racetrack Valley. Geodetic control points such as Dry Mountain and Black Top provide precise elevation data for the high peaks that overlook the valley floors.