2011 Map of Fire Lake

About this map

Fire Lake serves as a central landmark in this arid portion of Lake County, where the landscape is defined by its vital water management features. The distribution of catchments such as North DC Waterhole and South DC Waterhole indicates the importance of seasonal water storage for local ranching or wildlife. To the west, the namesake Depaoli Lake provides another significant basin in this high-desert environment. The remote character of the area is further emphasized by the presence of Burma Rd and its accompanying Burma Spur Rd, which provide the primary access through the terrain. In the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, the elevation shifts significantly at Saunders Rim, overlooking a series of basins including Saunders Waterhole and West Saunders Waterhole. Names like Sammys Horse Pen Waterhole reflect the local heritage and the functional history of the land during the early 21st century.