1968 Map of Elk Creek

About this map

The community of Elk Creek serves as a focal point in this 1968 landscape, situated near the northern reach of the Stony Gorge Reservoir. This survey by the Geological Survey and the California Department of Water Resources documents the critical water infrastructure of Glenn County, specifically the Stony Gorge Dam and the Gaging Station that manage the flow of Stony Creek. The terrain is defined by the eastern edge of the Mendocino National Forest, where steep ridges like Gravelly Ridge and McGill Ridge overlook complex drainage systems including Briscoe Creek and Green Valley Creek. Private landholdings and resource management are evident through the Diamond M Ranch and the presence of a Fire Control Station and Lookout point. The map also records early secondary transportation routes such as the Ivory Mill Road and the Bowman Jeep Trail, reflecting the area's history of ranching and timber access.