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2021 Map of McWhinney Creek

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of McWhinney Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

N Fork Elk River and S Fork Elk River dominate the southern half of this landscape, tracing the complex drainage patterns of the Humboldt timberlands. The terrain is defined by steep ridges and narrow valleys, where small tributaries like McWhinney Cr and Bridge Cr feed into larger systems. This 2021 survey illustrates a modern road network used primarily for resource management and access, including Elk River Rd and the prominent Palco Rd, which cuts across the southern hills.

In the northern reaches, the watershed shifts toward Freshwater Cr and its various branches, including Little Freshwater Cr. The map preserves local nomenclature for small topographic features such as Browns Gulch and Guptill Gulch, which often reflect the historical presence of early settlers and homesteaders in these coastal mountains. The transition between these drainage basins highlights the isolated nature of this forested region.