2015 Map of Union Wash

About this map

Manzanar, Owenyo, and Reward anchor this map of the central Owens Valley, illustrating the complex water and transit history of Inyo County. The landscape is defined by the juxtaposition of natural drainage and massive engineering projects, most notably the Los Angeles Aqueduct cutting across the valley floor. Water management is further evidenced by the McIver Canal and Eclipse Ditch, which divert flows toward historic agricultural and settlement sites. To the east, the terrain rises into the White-Inyo Range, while the southwestern corner touches the northern reaches of the Alabama Hills. This survey also documents the local transportation network, including the Lone Pine Narrow Gauge Rd, which follows the path of the valley's industrial past. Geological landmarks like Fossil Hill and the deep cuts of Eclipse Canyon highlight the varied topography between the Mojave Desert and the high peaks.