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1983 Map of Resting Spring

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Resting Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Tecopa Hot Springs serves as the primary point of settlement in this arid landscape, situated near the seasonal flow of the Amargosa River. The map reveals a reliance on thermal and groundwater sources, specifically marking Hot Springs and the established Trailer Park that anchors the local community. Dominating the topography is the massive Resting Spring Range, which divides the terrain and overlooks the broad expanse of the Chicago Valley to the east.

Transportation through this desert region is defined by deep historical roots and essential modern corridors. The Old Spanish Trail cuts through the southeastern quadrant, following a path established by early trade and migration, while the Tecopa Road provides the primary contemporary vehicle access. Isolated water sources like Chappo Spring and Resting Spring underscore the vital points of refuge that have historically dictated movement through the Inyo County desert.