1987 Map of Keeler

About this map

Keeler stands at the western edge of this survey, where the dry expanse of the Owens Valley meets the rising slopes of the Inyo Mts. The map documents a landscape heavily shaped by mineral extraction and water management, featuring numerous prospects, a mine, and extensive tailings near the settlement. Cultural markers like a water tower, corral, and ruins indicate the infrastructure of this arid region, while a local Cem offers a specific point of interest for genealogists tracking early residents. To the east, the terrain becomes increasingly complex as the elevation climbs toward Conglomerate Mesa and the dark volcanic features of Malpais Mesa. This late-twentieth-century study captures the intersection of desert industry and the natural barriers of the Inyo range, preserved during a period of ongoing geologic evaluation.