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2015 Map of Live Oak Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Tecate Divide separates the drainage basins of this high-altitude landscape where the communities of Live Oak Springs, Manzanita, and Boulevard are established. The 2015 topography reveals a complex network of canyons and valleys, including Diabold Canyon and McCain Valley, which have long influenced the placement of transportation routes like Old Highway 80. This corridor has historically served as a vital link through the mountains of eastern San Diego County.

Local landmarks such as Saint Carmel Cemetery and Calexico Lodge provide fixed points for genealogical research and community history in this rural region. The map details several distinct peaks, from Rattlesnake Mtn to Goat Mtn, while water features like Tule Lake and Boundary Cr mark the seasonal hydrology of the area. These features collectively illustrate how the rugged terrain of the Peninsular Ranges dictated the settlement patterns and road developments in the mid-20th century and beyond.