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1985 Map of Turtle Lake

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Turtle Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Spokane Indian Reservation defines this portion of Stevens County, showing a landscape shaped by mid-century mineral extraction and high-country landmarks. Extensive industrial footprints are visible at the Sherwood Mine, characterized by large tailings piles and tanks, alongside the Midnight Mine and its associated mine dump. These operations highlight the importance of the region's geology during the Cold War era.

Natural features provide a stark contrast to the heavy industry, with prominent peaks like Bear Mountain, Spokane Mtn, and Deer Mountain rising above the drainages of Owl Creek and Sand Creek. Modern infrastructure is represented by a lookout tower on Wellpinit Mtn and a radio facility further south. The namesake Turtle Lake sits near Blue Cr Camp, serving as a focal point for the many seasonal streams, including Oyachen Creek and Little Chamokane Creek, that cut through the reservation's high ridges.