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2012 Map of Slate Mountain

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Slate Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The S Fork American River carves through this northern California landscape, defined by the deep waters of the Slab Creek Reservoir and a high concentration of agricultural heritage. Orchards and family farms dominate the southern terrain near Cedar Grove, with several named operations such as Mother Lode Orchards, O'Hallorans Apple Trail Ranch, and The Good Earth Apple Farm illustrating the region's enduring fruit-growing industry.

Elevations rise sharply toward the Slate Mountains and peaks like Slate Mountain and Big Mountain, where smaller settlements such as Pino Grande and Old Pino sit alongside narrow ravines. The map reveals a complex drainage system including Texas Cr and Soapweed Cr feeding into the river canyon. Transportation and recreation are centered around the Swansboro Country Airport and various reservoirs, including the Finnon Reservoir to the west.