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1951 Map of Laytonville

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Laytonville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

Laytonville Rancheria and Sherwood Rancheria are prominent features in this portion of Mendocino County, where the Redwood Highway facilitates travel through the complex drainage basins of the northern Coast Ranges. The map illustrates a landscape defined by the confluence of major waterways, including the Eel River, Middle Fork Eel River, and Outlet Creek. Transportation infrastructure is concentrated in the western corridor near Laytonville and along the canyon of the Northwestern Pacific RR, which follows the winding course of the river through remote stations like Dos Rios and Tatu.

Genealogists and local historians can locate smaller settlements such as Longvale and Arnold, alongside specific landmarks like a Cem and various gaging stations. The topography is meticulously detailed, showing the relationship between high points like Farley Peak and sheltered areas such as Rodeo Valley and Sherwood Valley. This 1951 field check provides a clear record of the region's mid-century rural development and its dependence on the river and rail networks.