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1903 Map of Rock Creek, 1931 Print
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1903 Map of Rock Creek

USGS Topo · Published 1931

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The Mohave Desert meets the high peaks of the San Gabriel Mountains in this early turn-of-the-century survey. While the southern portion is dominated by the steep, canyon-heavy terrain of the Angeles National Forest, the northern slopes transition into a landscape shaped by water management and early settlement. Small outposts such as Pallett, Big Rock Villa, and Shoemaker sit near the mouth of Rock Creek, where a ditch and Reservoir indicate the critical role of irrigation in making the desert fringe habitable. High-altitude landmarks like Waterman Mt., Mt. Islip, and North Baldy overlook a network of deep drainage systems, including Devils Canyon and the headwaters of the San Gabriel River. Significant geological features such as the Devils Punchbowl and Pinyon Ridge highlight the dramatic vertical relief that defined travel and land use in eastern Los Angeles County before modern road networks.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1903
Date Published1931
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 19.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain