USGS BIG SUR Quad, California, Topographic Map
BIG SUR quad is a topographic map (topo) in the state of California (CA), located at latitude - longitude coordinates (also known as lat-long or GPS coordinates) of N 36.31246 and W -121.81356. BIG SUR is sourced from the USGS (United States Geographical Survey). The nearest major town is Carmel Valley, CA. Source:http://www.topozone.com/map.asp?lon=-121.8125&lat=36.3125
Projection: NAD83/WGS84MINING METHODS
- The Big Sur region has very little mining history. Historically in the late 1880s, there was limestone extraction in LimeKiln Creek by the Rockland Lime and Lumber Company and in Bixby Creek.
- The only large-scale mining operation in Big Sur is the limestone quarry located on the South face of Pico Blanco by the Granite Rock Company. Pio Blanco is a prominent landmark just inside the Los Padres National Forest, its white limestone peak visible from heavily traveled state Highway 1.The Granite Rock mining project is regarded as one of the highest-grade limestone operations in the country. Limestone is used in products ranging from concrete to toothpaste whitener.The company began mining the area in 1981, obtaining approval under an 1872 federal law.
- The surrounding forests felt a greater impact due to large amounts of trees being cut down to fuel the kilns.
- Farther South, there was a brief gold rush in the head waters of Alder Creek.
- Today, a few small jade and gold claims exist in the National Forest, and diving for jade has become increasingly popular.
- Source: http://books.google.com/booksid=7iqPlVKxdSQC&pg=PA282&lpg=PA282&dq=Big+Sur+mining&source=bl&ots=ObqQi9KEcb&sig=aBvDW1Gn6FS1wAQ9q4w2wEnI_0&hl=en&ei=LEW6TPziLpK6sQPCsLn5DA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&sqi=2&ved=0CBIQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=Big%20Sur%20mining&f=false
BIG SUR BACKCOUNTRY-The Ventura Wilderness
Containing 167,323 acres, Ventana Wilderness straddles the Santa Lucia Mountains south of the Monterey Peninsula. This unique area of rugged coastal mountains is managed by the United States Forest Service.
Topography in the Wilderness is characterized by steep-sided, sharp-crested ridges separating V-shaped valleys. Elevations range from 600 feet, where the Big Sur River leaves the wilderness, to about 5,750 feet at the wilderness boundary circumventing Junipero Serra Peak. Most streams fall rapidly through narrow vertical-walled canyons flowing on bedrock or a veneer of boulders. Waterfalls, deep pools and thermal springs are found along major streams.
Topography in the Wilderness is characterized by steep-sided, sharp-crested ridges separating V-shaped valleys. Elevations range from 600 feet, where the Big Sur River leaves the wilderness, to about 5,750 feet at the wilderness boundary circumventing Junipero Serra Peak. Most streams fall rapidly through narrow vertical-walled canyons flowing on bedrock or a veneer of boulders. Waterfalls, deep pools and thermal springs are found along major streams.
Regional Development Programs
The Big Sur Land Trust:
It is through the generosity of our donors that The Big Sur Land Trust has been able to make such a significant and positive impact on Monterey County’s landscapes and communities. With your help The Big Sur Land Trust has protected more than 30,000 acres of shoreline, wildlife habitat, streams, forests, grasslands, parklands and awe-inspiring views.
The Big Sur Land Trust believes that everyone in Monterey County has a stake in the health of our lands and waters, especially our children and our children’s children. Ensuring their future requires cultivating a shared commitment to stewardship of our region’s lands and waters.
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