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1982 Map of Rush Creek Lakes

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Rush Creek Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Trinity Alps Wilderness dominates this portion of the Trinity National Forest, where high mountain terrain meets the industrial history of the California gold country. The map highlights a landscape defined by deep gulches and significant peaks like Monument Peak and Weaver Bally, punctuated by high-elevation water bodies such as Rush Creek Lakes and East Fork Lake. Local infrastructure is sparse, characterized by seasonal sites and remote operations including Bucks Ranch, Bridge Camp, and the uniquely named Mud Jeep Tunnel.

Evidence of historical resource extraction is visible through the presence of the Tip Top Mine and Arbuckle Mine, while the southern edge of the quadrangle shows the approach to civilization near the Weaverville Airport. The drainage patterns of the Stuart Fork Trinity River and Rush Creek illustrate the water-rich nature of this wilderness area. Other curious features, like the Micro Wave Reflector Screen on a high ridge, reflect mid-century technological developments in these isolated mountain reaches.