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Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow

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Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow California

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow is roughly halfway between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. This installation is said to be the second largest employer in the nearby area and is broken up into three sites with more than six thousand total acres. The military footprint here may be smaller than some bases, but the logistics work is crucial to the Marine Corps mission; there are only three logistics bases in the entire Marine Corps.

Find information about Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California including the main commercial and DSN numbers for the base, information on basic services, base transportation, lodging for TDY and PSCing personnel, and inprocessing.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California Mission & Units

The MCLB Barstow official site states that the mission of this Marine Corps base is to “enable operational readiness through infrastructure, logistics and services” in support of the Marine Corps mission worldwide. MCLB Barstow crews maintain ground combat gear in support of West Coast military installations.

Important operations at the base include, but are not limited to the Fleet Support Division, Maintenance Center Barstow, and S-6 Communications. Unlike some other military bases, Barstow does not feature a comparatively large number of tenant units or activities.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California History

MCLB Barstow got its’ start as the Marine Corps Depot of Supplies in 1942; the United States Navy gave jurisdiction of this site to the Marine Corps and it served as a storage operation during World War Two for Fleet Marine Forces in the Pacific.

World War II saw this facility growing so rapidly that another  2,000 acres of land was required-it was obtained in 1946; several years later in 1961 MCLB added the Depot Maintenance Activity, an important change in the mission there.

The base was re-designated as a Marine Corps Logistics Base in the 1970s, and that mission continues to this day, with Barstow being part of a three-base operation that includes MCLB Albany, Georgia; MCLB Barstow, California; and Blount Island Command, Jacksonville, Florida. Each portion of the operation, MCLB Barstow included, provides regional support for a certain portion of Marine Corps forces.

MCLB Barstow is composed of three principal sites including more than 2400 acres dedicated to rifle and pistol training.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Contacts

Main Address And Phone Numbers

MCLB Barstow
7th Street & Wake Avenue
Building 15 (Base Headquarters)
Barstow, CA 92311

  • 760-577-6494
  • (DSN) 312-282-6494

Important MCLB Barstow Contact Numbers

  • Barracks/Single Service Member Housing – 760-577-6494 / (DSN) 312-282-6494
  • Child Development Centers – 760-577-6049/6059 / (DSN) 312-282-6049/6059
  • Child and Youth Registration and Referral – 760-577-6059 / (DSN) 312-282-6287
  • Deployment/Mobilization – 760-577-6727 / (DSN) 312-282-6727
  • Family Advocacy Program – 760-577-6533 / (DSN) 760-282-6533
  • Family Child Care/Child Development Homes – 760-577-6049/6059 / (DSN) 312-282-6049
  • Finance Office – 760-577-6727 / (DSN) 312-282-6727
  • Mary Walker Clinic – 1-888-874-3978 / 760-380-8090 / 760-380-3124
  • Weed Army Hospital Emergency Room – 760-380-3114 / (DSN) 312-470-3114
  • Household Goods/Transportation Office – 760-380-5331/7213 / (DSN) 312-470-5331/7213
  • Family Housing Office – 760-577-6872 / (DSN) 312-577-6872/6707/5810
  • Housing Referral Office – 760-380-3576 (DSN) 312-470-3576
  • ID/CAC Card Processing – 760-577-6371 / 760-577-6969 / (DSN) 312-282-6371/6969
  • Legal Services/JAG – 760-577-6748 / (DSN) 312-282-6748
  • Loan Locker – Relocation Assistance Program – 760-577-6582 / (DSN) 312-282-6582
  • New Parent Support Program -760-577-6533 / (DSN) 312-282-6533
  • Military Personnel – 760-577-6375 / (DSN) 312-282-6310
  • School Age Care – 760-577-6617 / (DSN) 312-282-6617
  • School Liaison Officer – 760-577-5854 / (DSN) 312-282-5854
  • Spouse Education, Training and Careers – 760-577-6265 / (DSN) 312-282-6265
  • Oasis Temporary Lodging Facility – 760-577-6418 / (DSN) 312-282-6418
  • FAP Victim Advocate- 24/7 – 760-577-6484
  • SAPR Victim Advocate- 24/7 – 760-577-6036 / (DSN) 760-282-6533
  • Welcome / Visitors Center – 760-577-6582 / (DSN) 312-282-6582

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Surrounding Area

Barstow is located in San Bernardino County, California, and the area is known for being a major transportation center for the Riverside-San Bernardino metro region.

This area is known for its’ ghost towns, Route 66 nostalgic sites, outdoors activities, and even a drive-in movie theater or two. The Western America Railroad Museum and the Mojave River Museum are just two of the historical/local color attractions to experience in the area.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Inprocessing and Check-In

All personnel are directed to coordinate arrival and check-in with the military member’s sponsor and the Military Personnel Division at MCLB Barstow. Check-in procedures begin with the Administrative Division in Building 15, and the sponsor will have details on the remainder of the check-in requirements.

Those who need to report after normal duty hours, weekends, or holidays should check in with the Base Duty Officer in Building 15, call (760) 577-6961 for further assistance.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Services

Health Care

There are no medical care services available on MCLB Barstow; the facilities were closed by the Base Realignment And Closure Commission. Those in need of care (for active-duty service members) must utilize the Fort Irwin Weed Army Community Hospital, Navy facilities in the San Diego or Camp Pendleton areas.

Family members and retirees who need medical care are referred to Fort Irwin which is located approximately 40 miles north of Barstow or via providers coordinated via TRICARE. Call 911 for all emergencies; the nearest emergency room is Barstow Community Hospital approximately eight miles from the base.

Child Care

Child care services are available at MCLB Barstow from the Child Development Center (CDC). The Barstow CDC program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The facility is open to the dependent children of all active-duty military, retired military, military reserve (while on active duty), DoD civilian employees, or DoD contractors.

Services available include full day, part day and hourly care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Call 760-577-6059 for more details. A waiting list may apply.

There is also a School-Age Care (SAC) program for before and after school care and hourly needs for children age 5 (Kindergarten) to 12 years. Hourly care is available on a space available basis. A Family Child Care (FCC) option for home-based day care is also available via private military family homes on board MCLB Barstow and fully licensed according to Marine Corps regulations). Call (760) 577-6049 or (760) 577-6287 for more information on registering or to become an FCC provider.

Household Goods

All in-bound personnel are directed to track and manage their household goods shipments via The Defense Personal Property System at Move.mil. You can also contact the Inbound TMO office for assistance at Phone 760-380-5331/7213 (Inbound) / 760-380-4252/3058 .

Dependent and Retiree ID Card Renewal, Replacement, New Issue

Common Access Cards, plus all requirements for military and family member ID cards are handled by the MCLB Barstow Pass and ID section. Walk-ins are discouraged, call (760) 577-6371 or 577-6969 to schedule an appointment, or for more information.

Two forms of valid government-issued ID may be required to issue, replace, or renew ID cards. The military sponsor may be required to be present for dependent and family member ID, or there must be a valid power of attorney that allows the bearer to request ID services on the service member’s behalf.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Schools

California state law requires school age children to attend school “in the district in which the parent or legal guardian resides, unless otherwise exempted” according to the MCLB Barstow school liaison official site. It is possible to make a request for an exemption, and parents who have been denied must appeal to the San Bernardino County Board of Education.

Public education in the area is provided by the Barstow Unified School District, which includes 13 elementary schools. Other area school districts are:

  • Apple Valley School District
  • Helendale School District
  • Silver Valley Unified School District
  • Hesperia Unified School District

Documentation requirements for transferring students includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Testing Information – Standardized Test Scores, Competency Test Scores
  • Health Records (including Shot Records)
  • Birth Certificate
  • Social Security Number
  • Activities Record
  • Guardianship/Custody Papers
  • Fees Owed
  • Alternative Schools Records
  • Letters of Recommendation (especially for seniors in high school)
  • At-Risk or Action Plans for Classroom Modifications Portfolios (if available)
  • Accelerated Reader Points where applicable
  • Service Learning Hours where applicable
  • Proof of Residency/Military Orders (Receiving School Only)

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Housing

MCLB Barstow has a limited number of on-base housing options for families, approximately 74 units. However, all incoming personnel are directed to check in with Family Housing before entering into any legally binding agreements for housing. Learn more about this requirement at 760-577-6872 or DSN 312-577-6872.

Housing applications can be emailed to the housing office as soon as PCS orders are available. A waiting list generally applies and it may take between 30 and 60 days to clear the list.

Bachelor / unaccompanied housing is available for both single active duty service members and those designated as “geographical bachelors”. Unaccompanied housing is handled by the service member’s gaining unit rather than a centralized procedure for all new arrivals.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow PCS and TDY Lodging

Temporary lodging on board MCLB Barstow is provided by The Oasis Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) . Those traveling on TDY or PCS orders can call in reservations at any time, those who need space available quarters may make reservations 30 days in advance.

There is a general 30-day limit for TLF, which is located near conveniences including the base Family Restaurant, Oasis Club, Desert Lanes Bowling Center, Semper Fit Gym and more. Make reservations at (760) 577-6418.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Transportation

New arrivals without transportation are directed to make arrangements with the service member’s assigned sponsor to coordinate travel to the base. Sponsorship is a requirement for those with permanent change of station orders to MCLB Barstow. Call 800-843-8762 for more information.

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow Vehicle Registration And Driver’s License

New arrivals stationed at MCLB Barstow are required to register their privately owned vehicles on base and obtain a base decal within 30 days of reporting for duty.  All drivers are required to carry valid state registration, driver’s license and proof of liability insurance required under California law. All vehicles entering MCLB Barstow are subject to search.

Base regulations include a requirement for all drivers under the age of 26 to take a base Driver Improvement Course. Motorcycle operators are expected to take a safety course on base before they can be issued a base decal.

All vehicles must comply with California state law including emissions testing requirements, seatbelt use, and other regulations.