1992 Map of Weed Patch

About this map

Agricultural development and water management define this portion of the San Joaquin Valley, where the settlements of Lamont and Weed Patch sit amidst a grid of irrigation infrastructure. The landscape is characterized by its history as a hydraulic basin, specifically the Kern Lake Bed, which is now dominated by agricultural tracts and a complex network of canals and drains. The Kern Island Canal and Buena Vista Canal move water across the terrain, supported by the Kern Island Drain and numerous levees. Beyond the farming operations, the map identifies specific industrial and aviation markers, including a Test Site, an Airway Beacon, and multiple landing strips. The road network, featuring Weed Patch Highway and Bear Mountain Boulevard, follows the rigid section lines of the township and range system, reflecting the highly organized nature of this rural industrial corridor south of Bakersfield.