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1957 Map of Elk Creek

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Elk Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Elk Creek serves as the focal point for this 1957 survey of Glenn County, situated where the foothills meet the rising Mendocino National Forest. The landscape is defined by the recently created Stony Gorge Reservoir on Stony Creek, which provides a sharp contrast to the high, dry ridges of the Mendocino and Glenn county lines. The interior topography is a complex network of ranching and agricultural operations, including El Manzano Rancho, Gillaspy Ranch, and Valley View Orchard, illustrating the region's mid-century reliance on mountain water and valley soil.

A strong presence of indigenous and public land management is visible through the Grindstone Rancheria Indian Res and the expansive State Game Refuge in the southern sector. High elevation landmarks like Doe Peak and Red Mtn overlook a series of remote camps and cabins, such as Drew Cabin and Smiley Camp, which were accessible primarily by rugged jeep roads and trails. The map also documents localized mining and timber interests at Chrome and the old Sawmill near Alder Springs.