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1955 Map of Bijou

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Lake Tahoe’s southeastern shore reveals a landscape in transition during the mid-1950s, where traditional settlements and new recreation hubs meet the high Sierra. The established communities of Bijou, Al Tahoe, and Tahoe Valley are shown alongside emerging landmarks like the Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge and the Lake Tahoe Unified Sch. A significant genealogy and local history marker is the Sierra House (Site), situated along Cold Creek, while the Happy Homestead Cemetery serves the growing population near Bijou Park. The map documents the critical state boundary at Stateline, separating El Dorado Co from Douglas Co. Higher elevations are dominated by the Toiyabe National Forest and Eldorado National Forest, featuring prominent peaks such as East Peak and Monument Peak. The drainage patterns of the Upper Truckee River and Trout Creek illustrate the natural hydrology before extensive modern lakeshore development.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain