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1994 Map of Spring Garden

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Spring Garden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

The Middle Fork Feather Wild and Scenic River defines the southern reach of this Plumas County landscape, where the Sierra Nevada mountains meet complex rail engineering. The central feature is the Williams Loop, a remarkable section of track where the railroad crosses over itself to gain elevation through the steep canyon terrain. This engineering marvel is supported by the nearby Spring Garden Tunnel and Quincy Tunnel, which facilitate passage through the high ridges.

Settlement is concentrated at Spring Garden and Lee Summit, while the higher elevations are dominated by the Plumas National Forest and a designated State Game Refuge. Industrial history is represented by the Johnson Mine and a local Quarry. High-altitude landmarks like Argentine Rock Lookout and the peaks of Mount Hough overlook a network of seasonal drainages including Greenhorn Creek and Thompson Creek.