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1995 Map of Huasna Peak

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Huasna Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

The Huasna Grant and Nipomo Grant define the complex land tenure of this central California landscape during the mid-1990s. The terrain is dominated by the steep drainage systems of Deer Canyon and Stephens Canyon, which feed into the Huasna River. At the heart of the map, the Twitchell Reservoir occupies the valley floor where the Huasna meets the Cuyama River, its fluctuating shoreline creating unique features like Tunnel Flat.

Cultural history is marked by established family holdings such as Porter Ranch and Swickert Ranch, illustrating the region's enduring ranching economy. Industrial traces are sparse but specific, including the Deer Trail Mine located within the Los Padres National Forest and a Gravel Pit near Huasna Road. The topography is anchored by prominent summits like Huasna Peak and Stanley Mountain, providing a clear record of the watershed before further modern development.