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1950 Map of Searles Lake
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1950 Map of Searles Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Industrial mineral extraction dominates the landscape of Searles Lake in this mid-century survey, where the dry lake bed is punctuated by sediment tanks and a network of tanks near the chemical processing centers. The settlement pattern follows the Trona R.R. along the western shore, connecting workers and materials between Argus, Borsolvay, South Trona, and Westend. This area represents a highly specialized desert economy centered on potash and borax, with infrastructure like the Trona road and the railroad providing the only lifelines across the arid terrain.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1950
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain