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2012 Map of Sugar Hill

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Sugar Hill rises as a prominent landmark in this northeastern corner of Modoc County, overlooking a landscape defined by seasonal water sources and historical transit routes. To the west, the expansive shoreline of Goose Lake dominates the horizon, while the eastern terrain is carved by Lassen Cr and Willow Cr. The map documents a network of flats and valleys, such as Cottonwood Flat, Harris Flat, and Fandango Valley, which suggest the area's long-standing use for high-country grazing.

Evidence of historical movement through the Warner Mountains is visible along the Fandango Pass Rd, a route famously used by emigrants. Scattered springs like Bonner Spring, Milk Spring, and Fender Flat Spring highlight the critical importance of water for travelers and ranchers in this arid environment. The presence of Briles Reservoir and Bishop Lake further indicates the management of water resources within the Mulkey Canyon area during the early 21st century.