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1956 Map of Manton

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Manton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Manton and Shingletown anchor this mid-century survey of the volcanic foothills where Shasta and Tehama counties meet. The landscape is defined by its water resources and hydroelectric infrastructure, featuring the Volta Powerhouse, Inskip Powerhouse, and South Powerhouse along the various forks of Battle Creek. Genealogists and local historians can trace numerous family-named landmarks and homesteads, including the Childs Ranch, Shults Ranch, Wilson Ranch, and the Meyers Place.

The presence of the Darrah Springs State Fish Hatchery and the State Fish and Game Hdqrs underscores the region's commitment to natural resource management during the 1950s. Unique aviation landmarks such as the Sky Ranch and Ponderosa Sky Ranch appear alongside traditional mountain features like Inskip Caves and the Sierra Sch. The map records a transition in land use, showing the Lassen National Forest boundary and the extensive network of utility roads like Ponderosa Way and Lane Valley Road.