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1997 Map of Barrett Lake

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Barrett Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

Barrett Lake and the Barrett Dam form the centerpiece of this terrain, where water management intersects with the steep canyons of the Cleveland National Forest. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems, from the confluence of Lawson Creek and Wilson Creek to the southwesterly flow of Cottonwood Creek. The presence of several historic homesteads and agricultural sites, including Eichenlaub Ranch and Bratton Ranch, suggests a long history of rural land use in these valleys.

Remote infrastructure like the Japatul Fire Station and the Barrett Honor Camp highlights the area's role in forest management and civil service. The complex topography is marked by prominent summits such as Mother Grundy Peak and Lawson Peak, while specialized features like a tramway and tunnel near the dam reveal the engineering challenges of this San Diego County backcountry during the late twentieth century.