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2012 Map of Yorba Linda

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Carlton and the surrounding residential grids of Orange County define the southern half of this landscape, where suburban expansion meets the canyonlands. The terrain shifts abruptly north of Yorba Linda Blvd, giving way to a network of steep ridgelines and drainages including Tonner Canyon and Carbon Canyon. This topographic transition is marked by recreational and institutional landmarks such as the Firestone Scout Reservation and the North Orange County Community College campus.

The presence of La Vida Mineral Springs and numerous reservoirs like the Anaheim Union Reservoir indicates the critical role of water management in this arid corridor. While the southern portion is densely developed, the northern reaches maintain a more open character, punctuated by industrial sites like Brea Chem and prominent natural features such as Gilman Peak. The intricate system of mountain ways, including the Lions Mtwy and Sonome Mtwy, provides a look at the infrastructure required to navigate this complex coastal canyon geography.