2018 Map of Crank Mountain

About this map

Modoc National Forest dominates this northern California landscape, characterized by a complex network of timber and access roads including Loveness Logging and the Webb Circle West. The terrain is punctuated by volcanic and erosional features such as Damon's Butte, Fleener Butte, and the Little Lavas, while several large, level areas like Webb Flat and Keeney Flat suggest the region's suitability for seasonal livestock grazing. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by Courtright Reservoir and Webb Flat Reservoir, which capture runoff in an otherwise arid environment. Named springs including Mud Spring, Hess Spring, and Happy Camp Spring further emphasize the critical nature of water sources in this high-altitude territory. The naming of landmarks like Crank Mtn and Hess Flat reflects the history of local land use and the families who established themselves within this forest environment.