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1982 Map of Courtright Reservoir

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Courtright Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Kings River North Fork anchors this high-elevation landscape in the early 1980s, revealing a specialized infrastructure of hydroelectric power and wilderness recreation. Significant engineering features like the Underground Powerhouse, Surge Chamber, and Substation support the massive reservoirs of Courtright Reservoir and Wishon Reservoir. These bodies of water are held by the Courtright Dam and Wishon Dam, respectively, with bathymetric data provided by Pacific Gas and Electric Co.

Beyond the industrial footprint, the map details a network of backcountry camps and landmarks within the Sierra National Forest and John Muir Wilderness. Locations such as Chamberlains Camp, China Camp, and Moore Boys Camp emphasize the area's long-standing use for summer retreats and scouting. Remote features like the Prospect Mine and named peaks such as Maxson Dome and Loper Peak provide specific points of interest for those tracing the development of this granite-dominated high country.