2012 Map of Grommet

About this map

The settlement of Grommet sits at a critical infrastructure junction where the Colorado River Aqueduct traverses the California desert. This 2012 survey illustrates the path of the massive waterway as it cuts through the arid landscape toward the coast, shadowed by Radio Tower Rd. To the east and south, the terrain rises into the West Riverside Mountains, a prominent landform that defines the eastern edge of this quadrangle. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the seasonal Vidal Wash, which meanders across the northern section of the map. This topographic record captures the intersection of mid-century engineering and the enduring desert geography of San Bernardino County.