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How low can you go
The area surrounding the Salton Sea in southern California is home to second lowest elevations in the United States. On the eastern shore, the former SP Sunset Route is at elevation -180 to -190 feet. This shot of an eastbound at Ferrum, the former interchange with the Eagle Mountain Railroad, is at the north end of the sea. The area was once a resort destination, but toxic runoff from nearby irrigated farmland turned it into an environmental disaster. In the distant background are snow covered Mt. San Jacinto ( 10,834') and San Gorgonio mountain (11,503').
Ferrum, California
April 10, 2024
How low can you go
The area surrounding the Salton Sea in southern California is home to second lowest elevations in the United States. On the eastern shore, the former SP Sunset Route is at elevation -180 to -190 feet. This shot of an eastbound at Ferrum, the former interchange with the Eagle Mountain Railroad, is at the north end of the sea. The area was once a resort destination, but toxic runoff from nearby irrigated farmland turned it into an environmental disaster. In the distant background are snow covered Mt. San Jacinto ( 10,834') and San Gorgonio mountain (11,503').
Ferrum, California
April 10, 2024