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2023 Map of Harris

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Harris
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Mail Ridge and the high country of southern Humboldt Co dominate this landscape, where the East Branch South Fork Eel River carves through the rugged terrain along the Mendocino county line. The map highlights a network of remote ranching and timber roads, such as Alderpoint Rd and Bell Springs Rd, which connect family-named landmarks and clearings. Notable among these are Chervimov Opening and Peterson Opening, which suggest the historical grazing and settlement patterns of the Eel River basin.

Genealogists can find evidence of early families at the Harris Cem and explore the vicinity of Benbow and Jewett Valley. Significant peaks like Pratt Mtn, Panther Peak, and Reed Mtn provide context for the steep topography that has historically isolated these communities. Numerous drainages, including Spruce Grove Creek and Rancheria Creek, flow toward the river, illustrating the complex hydrography of this northern California wilderness.