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1998 Map of Rough And Ready

Name: 1998 Topographic Map of Rough And Ready
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Rough and Ready serves as the focal point of this late 20th-century landscape, positioned near the junction of Penn Valley Road and Ready Road. The map documents a blend of established gold-country legacy and modern water management, centered on the artificial Lake Wildwood and its notable Spillway 1206. The terrain is deeply carved by water systems, including the historical Kentucky Ridge Ditch and Mooney Ditch, which trace the complex topography of Kentucky Ridge and Horton Ridge.

Civic life is reflected in landmarks like the Ready Springs Union Sch and Western Gateway Regional Park, while the surrounding hills like Iron Mountain and Pilot Peak are marked with prospects and gravel pits. This survey captures the region as it transitioned from its early mining roots toward a more residential and recreational character, evidenced by the numerous landing strips and specialized facilities like the Sewage Treatment Plant supporting the growing community.