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1951 Map of Helena

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

The settlement of Helena sits at the southern edge of this mid-century survey, a vital junction where the North Fork and East Fork meet. This reach of the Trinity National Forest is defined by an intensive history of hard-rock prospecting and hydraulic works, evidenced by a dense concentration of mining operations. From the Enterprise Mine and Alaska Mine in the central district to the Ralston Group and Maple Mine further east, the landscape is punctuated by the infrastructure of extraction. Higher elevations are marked by fire suppression history, featuring the Backbone Ridge Lookout and the prominent Weaver Bally Lookout. Former hubs of activity appear as remnants, including Canyon City (Site) and Coleridge (Site), while the interior is dotted with remote outposts like Strunce Cabin and Todd Cabin. The northern reaches transition into the high peaks of the Trinity Alps, where landmarks like Sawtooth Mtn rise above Canyon Creek Lakes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1953
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain