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1965 Map of Willow Springs

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Willow Springs sits at a historic desert crossroads where the Mojave floor meets the eastern slopes of the Tehachapi Mountains. This mid-1960s landscape, updated in the 1970s, reveals a mix of early mining industry and evolving recreational land use. Significant mining operations are visible at the Cactus Queen Mine and Gold Peak Mine near Middle Butte, complemented by a nearby Quarry Pit and numerous prospects. The vital movement of water across this arid terrain is evidenced by the massive Los Angeles Aqueduct cutting through the center and the presence of localized sources like Bean Spring. Local history and culture are further marked by the Wagon Wheel Ranch, the high-speed Willow Springs Raceway, and a lone Grave located south of the foothills, while the Horse Thief Trail hints at older paths through the high desert.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1976
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain