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2014 Map of Appleton

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Appleton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Appleton and the high plateaus of Klickitat County are characterized by a network of springs and timber roads just east of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest boundary. The landscape is defined by its water sources, including Baker Spring, Ellery Spring, and Bloye Spring, which supported the early development of this upland region. These features, along with the Beaver Pond and Rattlesnake Creek, illustrate the vital role of water management in an area dominated by forestry and ranching interests.

Transportation routes such as the Klickitat Appleton Rd and Snowden Rd connect the small settlements of Snowden and Klickitat Heights. The intricate surveying detail reveals geographic landmarks like Snyder Swale and Knoll Ridge, providing a clear view of the rugged terrain as it was utilized in the early 21st century. The map serves as a record of land use, showing how named roads like Bill Moore Rd and Winchester Rd navigated the complex topography between the forest and the open swales.