1960 Map of Gerber Reservoir

About this map

Gerber Reservoir dominates this high-desert landscape in southern Klamath County, serving as the centerpiece for a network of irrigation infrastructure and ranching operations. The map documents a sophisticated system of water management including the Gerber Dam, Malone Dam, and a series of smaller impoundments like Big Adobe Reservoir and Dog Hollow Reservoir. A Canal, Flume, and Siphon facilitate the flow of water across the Pankey Basin and toward Langell Valley, illustrating the era's reliance on reclamation projects to support agriculture.