1950 Map of American House

About this map

American House sits at the junction of remote forest roads in this mid-century survey of the Plumas National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the steep drainages of the South Fork Feather River and the South Branch Middle Fork Feather River, reflecting a transitional era where early mining and ranching footprints remained visible alongside active fire suppression infrastructure. Notable landmarks include the Lexington Hill Lookout and Camel Pk Lookout, which provided vital watchpoints over the timber-rich terrain. Historical activity is documented through sites like the Browns Hill Mine (Inactive) and Sanborn Mine (Inactive), while localized habitation is noted at the McIntosh Ranch and Boehme Ranch. The map captures the rugged intersection of Plumas, Butte, Yuba, and Sierra counties, preserving the names of remote ravines and peaks before modern development or road expansion altered these forest corridors.