2021 Map of Mitchell Gulch

About this map

Sacramento Valley and the smaller Central Valley settlement define the southern reaches of this landscape, where the northern border of Tehama County meets Shasta County. The terrain is deeply incised by a series of drainages, most notably South Fork Cottonwood Creek and its namesake Mitchell Gulch. This 2021 survey illustrates a transitional zone where the flat valley floor begins to fold into the foothills, marked by numerous named ravines such as Moboy Gulch, Devils Gulch, and China Gulch. The road network reveals a mix of rural infrastructure and modern residential planning, with older routes like Old Gold Rd and Co Rte A5 intersecting newer developments. Water management and access are central themes, evident in the presence of Tehama Dam Dr and several smaller seasonal watercourses like Pine Cr and Hooker Cr that shape the local topography.