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1967 Map of French Gulch

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of French Gulch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Burnt River carves a deep path through this section of Baker County, flowing through a canyon landscape that has long supported both ranching and mineral exploration. The southern portion of the map transitions into the Bridgeport Valley, where the terrain levels out along the banks of Clarks Cr. This area is defined by its water resources, with a high density of named springs such as Mahogany Spring, Fawn Spring, and the series of Ridge Top Springs providing vital water in the high country.

Evidence of historical resource extraction is scattered throughout the drainages, notably with Mines and Prospects located near the river and within the Whitman National Forest. Distinctive landmarks like Stump Spring Butte and Chicken Peak provide navigational anchors for researchers tracing the early infrastructure of the region, which includes a Footbridge and a Gaging Station along the river's course.