1982 Map of Grand View Mine

About this map

Ord Mountains dominate the horizon of this Mojave Desert landscape, anchoring a region defined by its rugged topography and industrial extraction. The terrain transitions from the high peaks of West Ord Mountain and East Ord Mountain down into the northern reaches of the Lucerne Valley. This 1982 provisional survey documents a network of mineral prospects and established mining operations that characterize the local economy and land use during the late twentieth century. Notable sites including the Grand View Mine, Riley Mine, and Ford Mine are situated throughout the foothills, connected by a sparse network of unimproved roads and trails. Modern infrastructure is represented by an Underground Gas Pipeline cutting through the desert floor, illustrating the intersection of natural resource geography and utility corridors.