2018 Map of West of Baker

About this map

Silver Lake occupies the northeastern corner of this arid landscape, its dry bed characteristic of the drainage patterns found across this portion of the Mojave Desert. The terrain is defined by the ephemeral flow of Salt Creek, which descends through the complex topography of the southern and central sections before reaching the valley floor. Transportation across this portion of San Bernardino County is limited to utility and access routes like Silver Lake Rd and Powerline Rd, which skirt the northern edge of the hills. The map highlights the intersection of natural hydrology and infrastructure, showing where Salt Cr crosses the open flats near the old lake bed. This 2018 survey provides a clear view of the elevation changes between the rugged uplands and the surrounding basin floor.