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1972 Map of Blairsden

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Blairsden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Blairsden and Graeagle anchor the southern reaches of this 1970s survey, where the Mohawk Valley meets the high elevations of the Plumas National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the steep drainage of the Middle Fork Feather Wild and Scenic River, which is paralleled by the tracks of the Western Pacific railroad. This corridor served as a vital transportation artery for the region's timber and recreational interests during the mid-20th century.

Industrial activity is evident near the river through several Gravel Pits, while local infrastructure is marked by a Gaging Station, an Aqueduct, and a Water Tank. The map also captures the higher-altitude terrain of Penman Peak and Smith Peak, as well as the specialized boundaries of Game Refuge 1-V. The presence of a Golf Course and Trailer Park near Graeagle reflects the area's transition into a mountain destination.