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2012 Map of Little Mud Flat

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Little Mud Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Little Mud Flat and its surrounding high-desert terrain in Lassen County reflect a landscape defined by water management and historic transit routes. The presence of the Old Humboldt and Idaho Rd crossing the northern portion of the quadrangle marks a significant historic corridor through this arid region. This roadway is joined by Smoke Creek Ranch Rd, highlighting the pastoral and ranching interests that have long shaped the land usage here.

Water sources are vital and varied throughout the area, characterized by several reservoirs and springs. Notable sites include Chalk Bluff Reservoir and Lava Rock Reservoir in the northwest, while the southeastern section is marked by Brubeck Spring and Laver Spring. These features, along with Mud Flat Reservoir and Horsecamp Reservoir, indicate a carefully managed ecosystem designed to support livestock and habitation in an otherwise challenging environment.