1950 Map of Devil Peak

About this map

Eldorado National Forest defines the landscape of this high-country survey, where the rugged terrain between Ralston Ridge and Nevada Point Ridge is carved by the deep path of the Rubicon River. The map captures a moment of transition for this remote part of the Sierra Nevada, documenting the legacy of resource extraction alongside mid-century water management. The presence of several non-producing sites, such as the Clydesdale Mine and Pigeon Roost Mine, reflects an era of shifting industrial focus, while the formation of Stumpy Meadows Lake and the Bacchi Ranch Reservoir indicate the growing importance of regional water storage.