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2012 Map of Watterson Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Lake Crowley defines the southwestern corner of this high-desert landscape, where the shoreline meets the North Landing area. This 2012 survey illustrates a region shaped by drainage and high ridges, notably the Glass Mountain Ridge to the north and the deep incision of Watterson Canyon. The map reveals a network of high-clearance Forest Service roads and ranching-related infrastructure, such as Watterson Troughs and the Clover Patch area.

Settlement is sparse, centered on small outposts like Wilfred Canyon and Layton Springs. The transport network relies on historic routes like Benton Crossing Rd and Wilfred Canyon Rd, which provide access to the remote creeks and ridges. This map is particularly useful for identifying the specific locations of remote springs and creek-side settlements like Wilfred Cr that characterize the eastern Sierra periphery.