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1944 Map of Pinyon Well
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1944 Map of Pinyon Well

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

Joshua Tree National Monument dominates the high desert landscape in this mid-century survey, revealing a network of early mining and water infrastructure before the area's modern development. The presence of the Lost Horse Mine and Hidden Gold Mine underscores the region's hard-rock prospecting history, while remote outposts like Pinyon Wells and Lost Horse Well highlight the critical importance of water sources in the arid Lost Horse Valley. The terrain transitions from the jagged peaks of the Hexie Mtns and the Little San Bernardino Mountains down into a complex system of drainage ways, including Pushawalla Canyon and Berdoo Canyon. These canyons provided vital, if difficult, passage through the mountains toward the desert floor. Remote landmarks like the Split Rock Area and Malapai Hill serve as distinct navigational points along the early tracks and the Dillon Highway.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1944
Date Published1944
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.3 x 21.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain