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1996 Map of Leach Spring, 1998 Print
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1996 Map of Leach Spring

USGS Topo · Published 1998

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The Fort Irwin Military Reservation dominates this 1990s desert landscape, reflecting the intensive mid-to-late 20th-century use of the California desert for defense operations. The terrain is defined by the high elevations of the Quail Mountains to the north and the Granite Mountains to the south, with the crucial water source of Leach Spring located between them. This area shows clear signs of military utility beyond simple borders, featuring a designated Target Area and a remote Landing Strip. Transportation across this restricted zone is limited to the Randsburg Road (Restricted), which cuts through the arid valley floor. The presence of a smaller secondary Spring further south underscores the importance of rare water points in this high-desert environment, where natural topography and military boundaries intersect.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1996
Date Published1998
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain