2012 Map of Littlerock

About this map

Littlerock and Pearblossom anchor this high desert landscape, appearing here as established communities defined by a rigid grid of residential streets and agricultural plots. The map captures the significant water management infrastructure of the region, most notably the Governor Edmund G Brown California Aqueduct which traverses the lower portion of the quadrangle. This engineering feat contrasts with the natural, braided drainage patterns of Little Rock Wash and Big Rock Wash, which spill down from the southern mountains toward the desert floor. In the northeast, Alpine Butte rises as a prominent landmark above the surrounding flats. Local administration and services are noted through the presence of the Pearblossom District Ranger Office and several post offices. The layout of roads like E Palmdale Blvd reveals the planned expansion of the Antelope Valley during the early 21st century.