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1956 Map of Valerie, 1973 Print
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1956 Map of Valerie

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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The Torres Martinez Indian Reservation dominates this desert landscape, where the flatlands of the Coachella Valley meet the steep eastern slopes of the Santa Rosa Mountains. In the mid-20th century, this area preserved significant archaeological markers, including Petroglyphs and Early Indian Fish Traps near the shoreline of the ancient Cahuilla lakebed. The settlement pattern is defined by agricultural clusters and desert outposts like Valerie, Martinez, and 100 Palms, serviced by a network of wells and a prominent pipeline running through the valley floor. To the north, the Thermal Airport and the Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel represent the growing regional infrastructure. Local heritage is further marked by the Toro Cem, Martinez Cemetery, and the Torres (Site), providing a detailed record of communal and cultural sites before more modern developments altered the valley floor.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain