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2015 Map of Surprise Station

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Surprise Station
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Surprise Station sits at a crossroads within the high-desert landscape of northeastern California, where the N Fork Pit River winds through terrain defined by volcanic plateaus and seasonal water storage. This 2015 survey illustrates a region shaped by historical movement and water management, featuring routes like Old Cedarville and the Old Immigrant Trl that trace the paths of early travelers. The western portion of the map is dominated by the Modoc National Forest, where features such as Round Mtn and Leonard Spring rise above the basin.

Water infrastructure is a primary characteristic of the area, with numerous impoundments including Lauer Reservoir, Griener Reservoir, and Porter Reservoir serving the agricultural and ranching needs of the Pit River watershed. Creeks like Joseph Cr and Gleason Cr drain the higher elevations, while named roads such as Emerald Glen Rd and Thomas Creek Dr indicate more recent residential development near the historical transit corridors.