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2004 Map of Ferguson Mountain

Name: 2004 Topographic Map of Ferguson Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

The Sprague River meanders through the northern reaches of this landscape, carving a wide valley floor before narrowing at Beatty Gap. This area, heavily shaped by the timber and water needs of the Klamath Basin, shows a complex network of hydrological management features like the Elder Ditch, various flumes, and a Levee system designed to control seasonal flows. Near the western edge, the Sycan Siding represents the vital rail infrastructure that once supported local industry, situated just south of the Sprague Valley Road.

Highland terrain dominates the central and southern portions of the map, specifically within the Fremont National Forest. Prominent peaks including Ferguson Mountain and Medicine Mountain rise above a series of named water sources such as Eagle Spring and Fawn Spring. Distinctive landforms like Whiskey John Flat and Bly Ridge characterize the high-altitude topography, while human activity is evidenced by scattered Cinder Pits and a small Cem located near the river's bend.