1973 Map of North Edwards

About this map

Edwards Air Force Base occupies the southern portion of this landscape, defining the transition from military operations to civilian settlements in the High Desert. The map captures the planned expansion of California City and its corporate boundary during a period of significant regional growth. To the south, the community of North Edwards is established along the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad, featuring residential grids like Lorraine Ave and local infrastructure such as Lynch Sch. The terrain of Peerless Valley is dotted with numerous wells and small-scale operations like Clay Mine Road and a Quarry, illustrating the area's dual reliance on aerospace defense and resource extraction. Distinctive landmarks such as the Thundering Herd Ranch and Aerial Acres provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking the rural development of Kern County.