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1957 Map of Jellico

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Jellico
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Volcanic geology dominates the borderlands of Shasta and Lassen counties, where the massive Hat Creek Rim and Negro Camp Rim drop away into expansive lava fields. This 1957 field-checked survey reveals a landscape of high-altitude ranching and timber management within the Lassen National Forest. Small settlements and seasonal outposts like Jellico and Halls Flat anchor the eastern side of the quadrangle, while family-held land such as the Eldridge Ranch, Burton Ranch, and Bidwell Ranch dot the more habitable pockets of terrain.

Water management in this arid, porous environment is evidenced by numerous small catchments, including Alcohol Jacks Reservoir and Bainbridge Reservoir. The underlying volcanic activity is further marked by distinct landmarks like Popcorn Cave, Big Cave, and numerous Cinder Pits used for local materials. The presence of the Pacific State Refuge along the eastern boundary indicates the area's importance for conservation amidst the working ranch lands and logging roads.