2011 Map of Connor Ridge

About this map

Melcher Mine sits at the center of this mountain landscape, a remnant of mineral extraction tucked between the drainages of Connor Creek and Howell Creek. This 2011 topographic survey reveals a rugged basin where the high-altitude recreation of Pomerelle Ski Area and Twin Lakes Picnic Area meets the established ranching and agricultural patterns of the Elba Basin. The terrain is defined by a series of named drainages and depressions including Kemp Hollow, Rice Hollow, and Jones Hollow, which gather into the larger valley of Cassia Creek. At the intersection of Durfee Rd and S Elba Almo Rd, the settlement of Connor serves as a small waypoint for the network of rural roads that traverse these ridges and canyons. The presence of Thompson Flat Campground and Connor Ridge highlights the region's character as a crossroads of industrial history and modern outdoor access.