San Andreas Fault Line--Carrizo Plains

A fascinating geological lesson, when seen from above.

Great one!. Very good light and texture. 6/7a. Best regards.

Amazing detail in texture and color. Well done.

What an outstanding view of the San Andreas fault. You just rent a plane/pilot to go out and photog.? 7/7

Ah, lovely! Are we looking at spring flowers, chemicals or what?

Thanks to all. And yes to Steve, wildflowers are responsible for most of the color. This image borders on Soda Lake so the whitish areas may be alkali deposits. And to Monte, my brother was piloting this flight and a friend in LA pilots my local trips.

William,

Amazing photo! Excellent!

Good work. Regards.

Running thru the center of this image is Wallace Creek, which is one of the most notable areas along the SA Fault. The "S" curve of the creek is actually the offset caused by 3800 years of earthquakes. It is about 91 meters in length. The last major earthquake in this area was in 1857 and displaced features by as much as 15 meters.

Another definately outstanding arial view...nice work!

Awesome aerial view, Bill. Well seen and captured. Regards, Lawrence.