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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

Canyondam and the southern shores of Lake Almanor anchor this landscape, where the waters meet the industrial legacy of the Northern Sierra. The map illustrates a transitional zone where recreation and extraction coexist, featuring campgrounds like Rocky Point Campground alongside numerous historical mining operations. The Western Pacific railroad tracks follow the shoreline and cut through the rugged interior, supporting the area's timber and mineral economy.

Evidence of the region's mining heritage is scattered throughout the Plumas National Forest and Lassen National Forest, with named sites including the Goldstripe Mine, Peerless Mine, and Grizzly Mine. Topographical landmarks such as Dyer Mtn Lookout and Keddie Ridge rise above the North Fork Feather River, while local infrastructure like the Gaging Station and Intake Tower reflect the management of the lake's resources during the late 1970s.