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2000 Map of Independence Lake

USGS Topo · Published 2003

About this map

Independence Lake sits as the central geographic feature of this Sierra Nevada landscape, surrounded by the high elevations of the Tahoe National Forest. The map documents a complex network of high-altitude water systems, including the Little Truckee River, Sagehen Creek, and the headwaters of Prosser Creek. This 2000 revision highlights the significance of modern conservation and recreation corridors, specifically tracing the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it traverses the western ridges near Basin Peak and Mount Lola. The terrain is punctuated by a series of alpine meadows such as Cold Stream Meadow and Secret Meadow, which suggest the historic grazing and timber patterns of the region. The inclusion of the Henness Pass Road and the Fibreboard Road provides insight into the evolution of mountain transit, from 19th-century immigrant trails to 20th-century logging and forest management routes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2000
Date Published2003
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.4 x 26.5 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain