2015 Map of Independence

About this map

Independence serves as a central hub in this high-desert landscape, situated where the Sierra Nevada runoff meets the flat expanse of the Owens Valley. The map shows a meticulously planned town grid with residential streets like S Washington St and W Citrus St, bordered by critical water infrastructure including the Los Angeles Aqueduct and the winding Owens River. Genealogists will find the Old Independence Cem and Independence Cem north of the main settlement particularly useful for tracing local family histories. The surrounding terrain is defined by several seasonal watercourses such as Independence Cr, Symmes Cr, and Oak Cr, which originate in the nearby Inyo National Forest. Notable landmarks such as the Independence Airport and several springs, including Tub Spgs and Boron Spgs, reflect the necessity of managing resources in this arid environment.