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1987 Map of Hogum

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Hogum
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

The eastern slopes of the Deep Creek Range define this landscape, where mining activity and water management were central to the local economy during the late 20th century. The settlement of Osceola is a focal point, situated near several industrial markers including mine shaft adits and the Crystal Queen Mine. To the south, the name Hogum appears alongside a concentration of prospects, illustrating the extensive exploratory work that once characterized this region of White Pine County.

Hydraulic features are critical in this arid environment, with Willard Springs, Layton Spring, and Swallow Well providing essential water sources for livestock or residents. The terrain transitions from the high elevations of Pilot Knob Ridge down toward the Humboldt National Forest boundary. Drainage patterns like Mary Ann Canyon and Colorado Gulch carve through the foothills, while numerous 4wd tracks and transmission lines indicate the continued utility of this remote mountain terrain.