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1972 Map of Breckenridge Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1994

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Breckenridge Mountain rises as the central landmark of this high-elevation landscape within the Sequoia National Forest. The 1970s terrain is characterized by a network of seasonal springs, including Bear Trap Spring and Agua Fria Spring, which feed complex drainage systems like Caliente Creek and Canyon Creek. Human activity is marked by a transition from industrial extractive sites to recreational and agricultural uses. Resource extraction is evidenced by the Tungsten Chief Mine and the Dutchman Prospect, while the southeast corner reveals the more open landscape of Walker Basin. Here, the presence of the Rankin Ranch, a small Cem, and a Landing Strip suggests a shift toward settled ranching and private landholdings. Communication infrastructure is prominent on the peaks, with a Lookout Tower and several radio facilities like the Radio Tower (KBAK) overlooking the various meadows and canyons.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1994
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain