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2021 Map of Resting Spring

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Resting Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Resting Spring Range forms a prominent north-south spine across this high-desert landscape in eastern Inyo County, situated within the northern reaches of the Mojave Desert. This topographic study reveals a terrain defined by stark elevation changes between the jagged peaks of the range and the broad, dry expanse of the Chicago Valley to the east. The presence of water, while scarce, is concentrated at specific points like Chappo Spring and the namesake Resting Springs at the base of the mountains.

Transportation in this arid region is limited to foundational desert routes, including the iconic Furnace Creek Rd and Chicago Valley Rd. The Amargosa River cuts through the southwestern corner, illustrating the ephemeral drainage patterns typical of the region. This 2021 update preserves the exact spatial relationship of these vital water sources to the surrounding desert flats, serving as a critical reference for understanding the geography of one of California's most demanding environments.