1983 Map of Inca

About this map

Mining and desert transportation dominate this California landscape, where the Big Maria Mountains and Mc Coy Mountains converge. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad serves as the primary spine for local activity, supporting small outposts like the Inca (Siding) and the settlement of Midland. The extraction economy is clearly visible through several Open Pit Mine sites and established operations such as the Victor Mine and the Arlington Mine. These industrial hubs are connected by a network of desert routes, including Midland Road and Arlington Road, which navigate the complex system of the Dry Wash drainage that carves through the arid terrain. The presence of numerous benchmarks, such as BM m7 225.5 and BM 5 GWM 180.3, provides precise historical data points for surveyors and historians tracking the development of this desert corridor.