1962 Map of Likely

About this map

The Pit River and the Southern Pacific railroad corridor anchor the settlement of Likely in this northeastern California survey. This high-desert landscape is defined by the transition from the timbered heights of the Modoc National Forest and Warner Mountains down into the broad grazing lands of Ash Valley and the Madeline Plains. The map documents a working livestock landscape, marked by remote outposts like the Portuguese Sheep Camp and Fleming Sheep Camp, alongside essential water infrastructure such as the Nelson Reservoir and Spooner Reservoir. Significant local history is found in the siting of the Old Likely Mill and the South Fork Mountain Radio Facility, while numerous named springs like Yellowjacket Spring and Indian Springs highlight the critical role of water sources in this arid terrain. The boundary between Modoc and Lassen counties cuts through the southwestern corner, dividing the high ridges from the valley floors.