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1954 Map of Wendel

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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The Sierra Ordnance Depot dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, its expansive grid of bunkers and a dedicated Flight Strip contrasting with the arid terrain of the Honey Lake Valley. Along the northeastern shore of Honey Lake, the settlement of Amedee and its nearby Amedee Hot Springs reflect the region's geothermal activity, while the Pearson Massacre (Site) marks a somber point of local history just to the north. Transport is defined by the Southern Pacific Railroad as it skirts the mountains to serve the rail hub at Wendel. Historically significant routes like the Old Humboldt Road and Idaho Road cut through the high desert of Bull Flat, tracing the path of early emigrant travel through Lassen County. Between the Skedaddle Mountains and Amedee Mountains, numerous springs and small reservoirs like Horsecamp Reservoir reveal the vital water management required for ranching at Skedaddle Ranch.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain