2011 Map of Eight Dollar Mountain

About this map

Eight Dollar Mountain and the surrounding terrain of Josephine County define this landscape, where the Illinois River flows through a series of significant flats and gulches. The area shows a clear history of resource extraction, with the Eureka Mine and Anderson Mine situated among the drainage basins of Horse Creek and Ellis Creek. Small settlements and industrial points like Spaulding Mill, Kerby Flat, and Star Flat are connected by forest routes such as Serpentine Rd and Illinois River Rd. This survey captures the complex topography of the Klamath Mountains region, evidenced by numerous named features like Store Gulch, Pockett Knoll, and Serpentine Point. The presence of Cedar Gulch and Alder Gulch near the riverbanks suggests a diverse riparian environment that once supported the local mining and milling operations.