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2017 Map of Almota

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Almota
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Snake River carves a deep path through this portion of the Palouse, dividing Whitman and Garfield counties. The settlement of Almota sits on the northern bank near the head of Lake Bryan, while the community of Mayview is positioned on the high plateau to the south. This 2017 survey documents the modern topography after the construction of the Lower Granite Dam, which transformed the free-flowing river into Lower Granite Lake.

Evidence of the area's pioneer and agricultural history remains in the family-named landmarks and steep canyon crossings. Significant historical sites include the Spalding Cem and Moys Cem, alongside steep transit routes like Hungate Grade, Moys Grade, and Lambie Grade. The landscape is further defined by the Lower Granite State Airport and recreational points such as Log Cabin Island and Davis Bar. The map also captures numerous tributary drainages including Almota Cr, Thorn Thicket Cr, and Casey Cr.