1952 Map of Patterson Mountain

About this map

Sierra National Forest lands dominate this mid-century survey, defined by the deep carving of the Kings River and its North Fork. The landscape is a working mountain environment where utility and forestry infrastructure coexist with small mountain outposts like Balch Camp and Kellers Ranch. The inclusion of the Kings River Reservoir and the Black Rock Reservoir highlights the era's focus on water management and power generation, connected by labels like Powerhouse.