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2020 Map of Big Chief Creek

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Big Chief Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Boise National Forest in Valley County defines this high-elevation landscape, where complex ridges and drainage basins converge. Central to the map is Big Baldy Ridge, a dominant landform that separates the headwaters of several drainages, including Springfield Cr and Stevens Cr. The hydrologic network is dense, featuring high mountain water bodies such as Papoose Lakes, Buck Lakes, and Meadow Cr Lake.

Evidence of the area's geography is found in the distribution of meadows and named peaks like Caton Meadow and Indian Creek Point. The intricate system of waterways, from the larger Big Chief Cr to smaller tributaries like Trigger Cr and Little Pistol Creek, illustrates the drainage patterns characteristic of this part of Idaho. This survey provides a precise look at the terrain as it existed in 2020, focusing on the natural landmarks used by foresters and backcountry travelers.