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1994 Map of Bangor

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Bangor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1995
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1995

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North Honcut Creek and its many tributaries, such as French Ravine and Irish Ravine, define the complex drainage patterns of this Sierra Nevada foothills region. The landscape is heavily marked by its gold-mining history, with numerous prospects and tailings scattered throughout, particularly near Swedes Flat and south of Wyandotte. The presence of the Phoenix Mine (Abandoned) near Phoenix Hill further underscores the area's industrial legacy.

Water management infrastructure is central to the area's development, evidenced by the Palermo Canal, Bangor Canal, and various siphons and flumes that navigate the uneven terrain. Local social and civic life is anchored by landmarks like the Grange Hall and the Oak Grove Cem in Hurleton. The road network, including the Oroville Bangor Highway and La Porte Road, connects these disparate settlements and mining sites across the ridges and ravines.