2012 Map of Kane Spring NW

About this map

The arid landscape of Imperial County is defined here by a network of seasonal drainage patterns carving through the desert floor. Major ephemeral channels including Surprise Wash, Tule Wash, and Campbell Wash dominate the topography, flowing generally toward the northeast. Near the northern edge of the sheet, the infrastructure of the Salton City area begins to take shape, centered around the Salton Sea Airport. The map documents a specifically planned layout of streets such as Skyway Dr, Air Park Dr, and Desert Air Ct, reflecting the residential and aviation-focused development of this desert community. A rare permanent water source, McCain Spring, is located in the western portion of the quadrangle, while Tarantula Wash cuts across the southwestern corner, illustrating the complex hydrography of the Colorado Desert region.