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2015 Map of Soledad Mountain

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Soledad Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Soledad Mtn dominates this portion of the Mojave Desert, rising as a prominent volcanic landmark surrounded by a grid of high-desert development. In this 2015 perspective, the landscape is defined by the intersection of industrial transport and rural desert living. The eastern edge of the quadrangle is marked by a string of small settlements along the rail corridor, including Fleta, Actis, Gloster, and Ansel. These names reflect the area's long association with mining and transportation logistics in Kern County.

Secondary peaks like Gem Hill, Fiss Hill, and Tropico Hill dot the western and southern reaches, while the Rosamond Hills and Hidden Valley offer a more varied topography to the south. Aviation history is noted by the presence of Pontious Airport, situated just west of the primary north-south highway. The road network, including Backus Rd and Silver Queen Rd, serves as the framework for this desert community’s ongoing expansion and its historic mining sites.