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1996 Map of Palm Springs

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Palm Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1999
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1999

About this map

Palm Springs and its surrounding desert canyons appear in high detail during the late 1990s, showcasing the distinct grid of the city against the backdrop of the San Jacinto Mountains. The map reveals the intricate checkerboard land ownership patterns within the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, where urban development alternates with open desert and mountain terrain. Key municipal sites like the Palm Springs Municipal Airport and Mesquite Country Club illustrate the region's mid-century growth as a premier destination.

Natural landmarks define the western edge, from the steep ascent of Tramway Road to the waters of Tahquitz Falls and Andreas Creek. Local institutions, including the Katherine Finchy School and Nellie N Coffman School, ground the residential sectors. In the valley floor, the Coachella Valley Water District Diversion Channel and the path of the Whitewater River mark the essential infrastructure of this arid landscape.