2012 Map of Pinto Wells

About this map

Pinto Wells serves as a central landmark in this arid portion of Riverside County, situated where the terrain meets the eastern boundary of Joshua Tree National Park. The landscape is defined by the extensive drainage system of Pinto Wash, which threads across the desert floor toward the south and east. A significant industrial feature of the early 21st century is the Colorado River Aqueduct, visible as it cuts across the lower portion of the map, representing a massive undertaking to move water through this dry environment. Other markers of human infrastructure include the utilitarian Phone Line Rd and various desert tracks. This survey by the U. S. Geological Survey captures the quiet, infrastructure-heavy character of the region, where modern utilities intersect with protected parklands and natural seasonal watercourses.