2012 Map of West of Broadwell Mesa

About this map

Hidden Valley Wash dominates the arid landscape of this San Bernardino County desert region, cutting a broad path across the western edge of the mesa. The area is defined by its isolation and the natural drainage patterns of the Mojave, where water flow is ephemeral but transformative to the terrain. A single artery of transit, Crucero Rd, provides the only significant north-south passage through the open country. This 2012 data, collected by the U.S. Geological Survey, illustrates the sparse human footprint in an environment where topographic relief and dry washes dictate the utility of the land. The map serves as a primary record of desert geomorphology before any shifting of these seasonal watercourses occurs over time.