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2018 Map of Briceland

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Briceland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Mattole River headwaters define this portion of the northern California Coast Range, where the settlement of Briceland serves as a central hub for the surrounding ridges and gulches. The terrain is notably steep, characterized by the prominent Telegraph Ridge in the north and Chamisal Mtn along the southern border with Mendocino County. This 2018 survey illustrates a complex network of rural access roads, such as Ettersburg Rd and Shelter Cove Rd, which follow the contours of the land rather than a strict grid.

Local history is preserved in the location of the Briceland Cem and smaller intersections like Thorn Junction and Whitethorn. The geography is deeply dissected by numerous named watercourses including Eubank Cr, Painter Cr, and Thompson Cr, illustrating the high drainage density typical of this rainforest-adjacent environment. Landmarks like Rose Peak and Gibson Ridge provide orientation for those researching the land use and property boundaries of this secluded region.