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1972 Map of Diamond Mtn

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Diamond Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Diamond Mountains define this high-altitude landscape on the border of Lassen and Plumas counties, where water resources and early homesteading history intersect. In the northeast corner, the Peter Lassen Grave serves as a significant pioneer landmark, situated near Emerson Lake and the Richmond Sch. The area is marked by a complex system of springs and reservoirs, including Ridenoure Reservoir and the uniquely named Snoring Spring, which supported the surrounding forest operations and ranching interests.

Industrial and transport corridors are etched across the terrain via the Skyline Motorway and Diamond Mtn Motorway, while the presence of The Beaver Ponds and the Gaging Station on Gold Run reflect the management of the regional watershed. From the height of Diamond Mtn down through Bear Valley, the map details a working forest landscape where resource extraction and conservation efforts by the Lassen National Forest converge.