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1968 Map of Susanville

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Susanville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

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Lassen Peak and the surrounding volcanic landscape of Lassen Volcanic National Park dominate the western portion of this 1968 survey, showing a region defined by dramatic peaks and a network of mountain lakes. The topography transitions from the high elevations of the Shasta National Forest and Lassen National Forest toward the expansive sagebrush basins of the east. This transition is marked by the presence of Honey Lake and the Sierra Army Depot near Herlong.

Transport and water management systems of the era are clearly delineated, from the Pacific Crest Trail winding through the wilderness to the critical industrial infrastructure of the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads. Major water bodies like Lake Almanor and Butt Valley Reservoir highlight the region's importance for hydro-regulation. Local settlements such as Susanville, Chester, and Westwood serve as hubs amidst the timberlands and diverse terrain of Plumas National Forest.