2015 Map of Richardson Springs

About this map

Richardson Springs sits at the edge of the foothills where the Sacramento Valley meets the rising terrain of Keefer Ridge and Cohasset Ridge. This northern Butte County landscape is defined by the drainage network of Mud Cr, Sycamore Cr, and Rock Cr, which flow from the higher elevations toward the alluvial plains. The southern portion of the map transition into the urbanized northern reaches of Chico, showing the modern residential grid and industrial infrastructure including the Chico Municipal Airport and the complex water management of the Lindo Channel. The rugged eastern canyons, such as Iron Canyon, contrast with the managed landscapes of the Central Valley. Local landmarks like Horseshoe Lake and the Cohasset Pioneers Spring highlight the historical importance of water sources in this region's development from a rural springs resort toward its present suburban character.