2015 Map of Lancaster West

About this map

Lancaster and the northern outskirts of Palmdale anchor this survey of the high desert, showing a landscape defined by an extensive grid of residential blocks and arterial roads. The urban footprint is punctuated by institutional landmarks like Antelope Valley College and the Antelope Valley Medical College, while the General Wm J Fox Airfield occupies the northwestern corner. To the south, the community of Quartz Hill sits near the rising elevations of Portal Ridge, where the terrain begins to transition from the flat desert floor. A network of local drainages such as Amargosa Cr and small catchments like Pond Two provide a glimpse into the hydrology of this arid environment. This map captures the region's mid-century growth patterns, reflecting the transition of the Antelope Valley into a major residential and aerospace hub.