2018 Map of Independence

About this map

Independence sits at the heart of the Owens Valley, serving as a central hub in a landscape defined by water management and the transition from mountain foothills to the valley floor. This 2018 survey highlights the intricate local hydrology, where natural features like Tulare Swamp and the Owens River contrast with the engineered path of the Los Angeles Aqueduct and Stevens Canal. For those interested in local heritage, the map identifies both the Independence Cem and the Old Independence Cem, alongside civil infrastructure like the Independence Airport.