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1979 Map of Canyondam

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Canyondam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Lake Almanor dominates the western half of this landscape, its shoreline dotted with recreational sites like the Eastshore Picnic Area and Fox Farm Campground. The community of Canyondam sits at the southern end of the lake, serving as a hub where the Western Pacific railroad tracks pass near an Intake Tower and Substation. This era shows a heavily managed forest and industrial environment, with the boundary between Lassen National Forest and Plumas National Forest cutting across the mountain ridges.

Mineral extraction is prominent throughout the eastern and southern hills, evidenced by the Goldstripe Mine, Peerless Mine, and Grizzly Mine. High-altitude landmarks such as Dyer Mtn Lookout on Dyer Mtn and Keddie Ridge provide overlooking perspectives on the timber and mining operations. Along the North Fork Feather River, the map tracks smaller settlements and geographical markers like Skinner Flat and Camp Almanor, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure supporting the region's mid-century water and rail economy.