2023 Map of Independent Mountain OE N

About this map

The Kettle River defines the southern reach of this landscape in Ferry County, where the waterway meanders through a valley floor near the international border. This modern 2023 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a region dominated by a complex network of drainage basins. Tributaries such as Independent Creek, Gilpin Creek, and Dan O'Rea Creek flow southward to join the river, while the northeastern corner is marked by the presence of Christina Lake. The terrain is characterized by numerous seasonal and perennial streams, including Stewart Creek and Moody Creek, which carve through the elevations of the Colville National Forest area. This map provides a clear record of contemporary hydrography and landform data for a part of the Pacific Northwest where the river system remains the primary geographical anchor.