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1938 Map of Lakeport

Name: 1938 Topographic Map of Lakeport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1938
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1938

About this map

Lakeport sits as the central hub of this 1930s landscape, bordering the expansive waters of Clear Lake. The survey reveals a settled agricultural and lakeside community, characterized by various named ranches like Querens Ranch and established post offices such as Witter Springs PO. The map provides a detailed view of the era's social infrastructure, including several local schools like Liberty Sch and Glen Eden Sch, alongside the Hartley Cem north of the county seat.

Beyond the lake's edge, the terrain rises into the Mendocino National Forest, where fire lookouts like Pinnacle Rock Lookout and High Glade Lookout command the surrounding ridges. Notable smaller settlements and retreats such as Laurel Beach, Lucerne, and the Mission Rancheria highlight the diverse land use of the period, from seasonal recreation to permanent agricultural holdings along Middle Creek and Adobe Creek.