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1969 Map of Fort Seward

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Northwestern Pacific railroad follows the winding course of the Eel River through this section of Humboldt County, serving as the primary infrastructure for a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes. The settlement of Fort Seward stands near the river’s edge, featuring a Landing Strip and Gaging Station that indicate its role as a regional hub for transportation and water management. High above the river valley, Mail Ridge and Winchester Ridge dominate the interior, where the terrain falls away into distinctive geological features like the Hole in the Ground. This 1960s survey documents a network of remote family-named locations such as Hurlbutt Ranch and Hubbard Station, connected by a web of Jeep Trails and traditional trails. Small-scale resource extraction is evident at the Woods Mine, while the numerous springs, including Helmke Spring, highlight the essential water sources for these isolated homesteads and ranches.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1969
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain