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1954 Map of Glamis SW

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

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Lands dominate this arid landscape in eastern Imperial County, reflecting a period when managed recreation and water infrastructure reshaped the California desert. The map reveals the intricate topographic detail of the Sand Dunes and the broad expanses of the East Mesa, which are intersected by a network of primitive routes like the Jeep Trail and various other trails.

One of the most significant human additions to this desert environment is the Coachella Canal, visible in the northeast corner, which serves as a vital artery for regional water distribution. Additionally, a remote Landing Field positioned near the dune line indicates the region's importance for desert aviation and survey work during the mid-20th century. The 1979 photorevision updates emphasize how little the fundamental character of this shifting terrain changed, even as vehicle access evolved.