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1993 Map of Dinkey Creek

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of Dinkey Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Sierra National Forest lands dominate this 1993 study, where high-elevation meadows and forestry infrastructure define the landscape. The map centers on the Dinkey Creek corridor, a critical hub for seasonal mountain activity as evidenced by the concentration of facilities like Camp Fresno, Byles Jamison Camp, and the Dinkey Creek Work Center. These sites, along with the Glen Meadow Work Center and Blue Canyon Work Center, reflect a highly managed timber and recreation environment.

Topographic landmarks such as Bald Mtn, topped by the Bald Mountain Lookout, and the prominent Dinkey Dome offer clear orientation points for researchers tracing the development of fire suppression and forest management. Diverse terrain features like the McKinley Grove and Nutmeg Glen are linked by the primary artery of Dinkey Creek Road, while numerous seasonal clearings including Strawberry Meadow and Lost Meadow indicate the historical importance of these open spaces within the dense forest canopy.