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2017 Map of Deary

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Deary
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Deary serves as the primary hub in this corner of Latah County, situated where the high plateaus of Texas Ridge and Big Bear Ridge meet the timbered foothills. The settlement pattern here reflects a classic Western transition from agricultural ridges to upland meadows, with small communities like Avon and Vassar anchoring the northern reaches. The landscape is deeply incised by the drainage systems of Big Bear Cr and Pine Cr, which flow toward the Potlatch River in the southeast.

For those tracing local history or family lineage, the map identifies several key burial sites, including Pine Crest Cem near the town center, Zion Cem to the west, and Dry Creek Cem in the far southwest. Notable natural landmarks such as Potato Hill and Cherry Butte punctuate the terrain, while elevated grazing areas like Vassar Meadows and Smith Meadows illustrate the historical importance of seasonal pasture in the regional economy.