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2011 Map of Alpowa Ridge

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Alpowa Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Alpowa Ridge and its surrounding network of deep canyons and high plateaus characterize this section of Garfield County during the early 21st century. The small settlement of Mentor sits near the headwaters of Pataha Creek, serving as a central point in an area defined by its agricultural and geographical boundaries. The landscape is deeply incised by drainages such as Sweeney Gulch, Rickman Gulch, and Smith Gulch, which feed into larger water systems like South Meadow Creek.

Transport and land use follow the natural contours of the high ridges, with Darland Ridge and Knotgrass Ridge providing elevated pathways for local travel. Researchers can trace the legacy of local landownership through named features like Palmer Ridge, Megginson Gulch, and Robinson Gulch, which reflect the families and homesteaders who shaped the rural economy of this part of Washington. The map provides a clear record of the rural road network, including Alpowa Creek Rd and Sweeney Gulch Rd, as they navigate the complex topography.