2018 Map of Dorris Reservoir

About this map

Dorris Reservoir dominates this high-altitude landscape in northeastern California, where complex water management systems define the terrain. The map reveals a network of engineered water bodies, including Payne Reservoir, Dannhauser Reservoir, and French Reservoir, which are interconnected by drainages such as Pine Cr and Fitzhugh Cr. This arrangement suggests a region heavily reliant on seasonal water storage for local use. The topography is further characterized by the deep indentations of Renfro Canyon and White Horse Canyon to the north. A grid of county roads, such as Parker Creek Rd and Pine Creek Blvd, provides access to these water sources and the varied elevations of Hog Gulch and the surrounding Modoc County highlands.