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1964 Map of Livingston Creek

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Livingston Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The Challis National Forest reveals a landscape defined by mid-century mining activity and high-elevation geological landmarks in this survey based on 1964 field data. The southern portion of the quadrangle is anchored by the Livingston Mine and the nearby Livingston Mill, indicating a concentrated industrial presence along the banks of Livingston Creek. Several other operations including the Silver Rule Mine, Tango Mine, and Hermit Mine are positioned along the steep drainages of the Silver Rule and Carbonate Creek, showcasing the era's prospecting footprint.

Dramatic terrain features such as the Chinese Wall, Gunsight, and the prominent Railroad Ridge dominate the topography. Water resources are plentiful, with the Salmon River cutting through the northern edge and high-altitude basins holding Crater Lake and Big Lake. Recreation and natural curiosities are noted at the Holman Creek Campground and the Slate Creek Hot Spring, providing a view of the forest as both a resource for extraction and a destination for back-country exploration.