1947 Map of Bangor

About this map

Bangor and its surrounding foothills are documented here in a period of transition, reflecting both the legacy of the Gold Rush and modern water management. The landscape is defined by the complex drainage of the North Honcut Creek system, where numerous ravines like Irish Ravine and French Ravine slice through the terrain. Evidence of the region's industrial past is visible at the Phoenix Mine (Abandoned) and Blue Lead Mine (Abandoned), while long-established local identity is anchored by sites such as the Oak Grove Cem near Hurleton. The map also captures infrastructure for the California Department of Water Resources, including various Ditch and Siphon features that demonstrate the evolving utility of the land. From the residential clusters at Wyandotte to the higher elevations of Phoenix Hill and Rattlesnake Pt, this survey provides a comprehensive view of the Butte County interior during the mid-to-late 20th century.