1996 Map of Red Pass Lake

About this map

Fort Irwin Military Reservation dominates the western portion of this mid-1990s desert landscape, marked by a remote Landing Strip and rugged terrain. The boundary of the reservation cuts through the heart of the region, separating the restricted military zone from the Silurian Valley to the east. The arid character of the area is defined by the ephemeral Red Pass Lake and the dry flats of Soda, where salt-crusted basins indicate the harsh climate. Economic activity in this corner of San Bernardino County is traced through small-scale extractive efforts, evidenced by an Open Pit and various scattered Prospects near the geographic landmark of Red Pass. Major infrastructure is limited, consisting primarily of high-voltage Transmission Lines that traverse the Mojave terrain alongside a network of unpaved trails.