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1990 Map of Artillery Dome

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Artillery Dome
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The Middle Fork Salmon River carves a deep path through this 1990 survey, serving as the central artery for a landscape defined by its status within the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness. Human presence is sparse and specialized, evidenced by the Pistol Creek Ranch and its adjacent Pistol Creek Landing Strip, which provide essential access to this backcountry area. This Provisional Map captures a transition in land management between the Boise National Forest and Challis National Forest.

Evidence of historical habitation and resource use appears at the Joe Bump Cabin and the Pistol Creek Mine near the river’s edge. Significant geological and thermal features like Artillery Dome and the Sheepeater Hot Springs highlight the unique terrain. Notable whitewater points including Powerhouse Rapids and Pistol Creek Rapids underscore the river's dynamic character before it receives tributaries like Rapid River and Grenade Creek.