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2020 Map of East Basin Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Challis National Forest dominates this Custer County landscape, where deep drainages and steep ridgelines define the terrain north of the Salmon River. The river forms a prominent curve at Mormon Bend, a landmark that anchors the southern portion of the map. High-elevation hydrology is a central feature here, with East Basin Lake feeding into the intricate network of E Basin Cr and its many tributaries.

A network of forest access routes, including Basin Creek Rd and Lower Harden Creek Rd, traces the canyon floors and follows the natural contours of the land. These roads provide the primary corridors through the dense drainage systems of Deadwood Creek, Sawmill Creek, and Hay-Knapp Creek. The map documents a classic Idaho wilderness interface where managed forest lands meet the significant waterway of the Salmon River, highlighting the traditional paths and water sources used for navigation and recreation in the region.