1985 Map of West of Broadwell Mesa

About this map

The Cady Mountains and Bristol Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in San Bernardino County, where the topography is defined by the intersection of mountain ranges and alluvial basins. A notable piece of historical infrastructure is the Old RR Grade cutting through the terrain, indicating the remnants of former transport corridors that once served the region's mining and trade interests. In the northern reaches, the Mesquite Hills provide additional topographical complexity. Human activity is sparse but evident, marked by a lone Prospect in the northeast corner and a long Transmission Line that traverses the central valley. This map effectively captures a remote section of the Mojave Desert before modern infrastructure could significantly alter the relationship between these prominent mountain chains.