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1894 Map of Shasta

Name: 1894 Topographic Map of Shasta
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1910
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1910

About this map

Mt Shasta and its satellite cone Shastina dominate the eastern topography of this late nineteenth-century reconnaissance, marking a landscape of volcanic peaks and high mountain passes. The survey reveals a region defined by its resource extraction and early settlement patterns, from the northern hub of Yreka to the Trinity Center mining district in the south. Vital infrastructure for the era is clearly marked, including the Empire Mill, the Altoona Mines, and various river crossings like the Ferry at Cottonwood.

Lowland valleys such as the Little Shasta Valley and Scott Valley provide a stark contrast to the surrounding Siskiyou Mountains. Genealogists and local historians can trace the locations of nineteenth-century staging points and early communities like Berryvale, French Town, and the Callahan Ranch. The map also identifies specific natural landmarks such as Upper Soda Spring and the Big Spring, highlighting the importance of reliable water sources for both travelers and the local economy during the 1880s survey period.