1943 Map of Tehachapi

About this map

Tehachapi Mountains and the southern Sierra Nevada converge on this mid-century survey, centered on the high valley where the Southern Pacific railroad crests the mountains. The town of Tehachapi serves as the hub of this upland landscape, while the industrial operations at Monolith and its adjacent Cement Plant highlight the region's mineral-driven economy. A critical intersection of transport and geography, the map traces the railroad through Summit and down toward Tehachapi Pass, a route established by the challenges of the terrain.