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2015 Map of Jacks Butte

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Jacks Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Jacks Butte and the surrounding high desert of the Modoc National Forest define this 2015 survey of northeast California. The landscape is characterized by a sophisticated water management network essential for ranching and forest health, including Antelope Reservoir, Mapes Reservoir, and several livestock tanks like the Jacks Butte Tank. Drainage systems such as Witcher Creek and Clover Swale Cr carve through the terrain, while the Antelope Plains and Porcupine Valley offer relatively level ground between volcanic rises.

Transportation in this remote corner of Modoc County relies on specialized tracks such as the Round Valley Spur and the Jacks Butte Tank Spur. The presence of the Fairchild Swamp and the Essex Spring highlights the critical role of natural water sources in this arid environment, providing vital landmarks for those navigating the forest and public lands. This map details the modern configuration of range improvements and forest access roads just before the mid-2010s.