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2020 Map of Paisley

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Paisley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Paisley serves as the central hub of this Lake County landscape, positioned where the high desert of Paisley Flat meets the rising slopes of the Fremont National Forest. The Chewaucan River provides the vital lifeblood for the region, its waters diverted into an intricate network of irrigation channels including the Red House Ditch, ZX Brattain Ditch, and Jones Canal. These man-made waterways support the agricultural character of the valley floor, specifically near the Upper Chewaucan Marsh and Fisher Slough.

The transition from water-rich valley to timbered highlands is marked by distinctive landmarks like Fir Timber Butte and the remote Twin Lakes. Historic infrastructure is evident in the presence of Admans Mill Pond and the Paisley Airport, while the local road network includes the descriptively named Lovers Ln and Redhouse Rd. This map captures a community defined by its management of water in an arid environment, from the springs of Brattain Canyon Spring to the major drainage of Juniper Creek.