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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 significant cultural and residential anchors in this Mendocino County landscape, which transitions from the valley settlements along the Redwood Highway to the steep ridges of the Coast Range. The Northwestern Pacific railroad follows the winding course of the Eel River and its tributaries, passing through remote stations such as Dos Rios and Tatu, where a water tank once stood. This mid-century survey illustrates the vital connection between water and infrastructure, showing gaging stations and tunnels that supported the regional economy.

Prominent summits like Farley Peak and Black Rock rise above the complex network of creeks, including Tenmile Creek and Outlet Creek. Smaller settlements like Longvale and Arnold are situated in the lower elevations of Sherwood Valley and Redwood Valley. The map also captures local details like the Cem in Laytonville, various mines, and isolated landmarks like Deer Lodge, providing a clear record of the area's mid-century habitation patterns.