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1939 Map of Mt. Lowe
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1939 Map of Mt. Lowe

USGS Topo · Published 1939

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The San Gabriel Mountains north of Los Angeles are captured here in a 1930s era of intense recreation and mountain tourism. This survey highlights the complex engineering of the Pacific Electric rail system, including the Cable Incline that transported visitors up to Echo Mountain and the famed Mt Lowe Tavern. The map reveals a landscape managed for both public utility and retreat, featuring the La Vina Sanatorium and several fire prevention outposts like the Waterman Guard Station and Sunset Ridge Guard Station.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1939
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.35 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain