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1943 Map of Santa Catalina North

Name: 1943 Topographic Map of Santa Catalina North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Santa Catalina Island's rugged interior and northern shoreline are documented here in a detailed survey based on 1943 data. The island's geography is defined by its narrowest point at Isthmus, where the San Pedro Channel and Pacific Ocean nearly meet. This map illustrates the vital water management systems required for island life, including Deep Tank Reservoir, the Buffalo Springs Reservoirs, and Cape Canyon Res.

Inland development centers around agricultural and industrial sites like Wrigley Ranch and a Stone Quarry. The terrain rises to prominent heights at Mt Orizaba and Black Jack Mtn, while the coastline is dotted with remote landings and coves such as Empire Landing, Goat Harbor, and the curiously named Perdition Caves. The presence of the Catalina Airfield and several camps highlights the island's mid-century role as a specialized hub for transportation and recreation.