1947 Map of Bidwell Bar

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Feather River North Fork, Middle Fork Feather River, and South Fork Feather River converge in this mid-century survey, illustrating the complex river-and-rail topography of Butte County before the landscape was altered by massive reservoir projects. The settlement at Bidwell Bar, once a prominent gold-mining site, is shown alongside a dedicated State Park and nearby Gaging Sta. The Western Pacific railroad winds along the canyon walls, following the river's sharp bends past Bloomer and Bidwell. High-elevation infrastructure like the Palermo Canal, with its associated Flume and Siphon, highlights the region's reliance on managed water systems. Rural life is anchored by family-named landmarks such as Jamison Ranch, Miners Ranch, and Atkins Sch, while the presence of Stringtown Mtn and Mt Hope defines the local horizon.