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1954 Map of Glamis NW

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Glamis NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The Coachella Canal cuts a distinct industrial line through the arid landscape of Imperial County, serving as a vital artery for desert water management. This 1979 photorevision of a mid-century survey illustrates the engineering required to move water across the East Mesa, protected by a continuous Levee and monitored at the Gaging Sta. The map highlights the intersection of utility and leisure, as the infrastructure of the canal borders the extensive Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Lands.

Topographical details like Deer Peak and the shifting terrain of the Sand Hills provide a clear view of the natural barriers that defined land use in this region. The inclusion of a Target and several Jeep Trails suggests the desert's varied roles for military, recreational, and maintenance purposes during the post-war era. Researchers can also locate specific infrastructure points such as Coachella Bridge No 2 and a singular Well amidst the dunes.