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1996 Map of Mount Emily

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Mount Emily
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1999
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1999

About this map

The Chetco River carves a deep valley through the northern portion of this landscape, where the Alfred A Loeb State Park meets the vast boundaries of the Siskiyou National Forest. Coastal settlement is focused around the southern reaches near the Pacific Ocean, featuring landmarks like McVay and the Crissey Airport. The interior is characterized by high ridges and prominent peaks, including Mount Emily and Palmer Butte, which overlook a network of creeks and timberlands.

Local industry and infrastructure are evident in the presence of a Gravel Pit, a Quarry, and a Prospect Mine, indicating the varied extraction history of the Curry County hills. The map details how the terrain shifts from the maritime influence of McVay Rock and Camel Rock to the steep, inland rises of Gardner Ridge and Backbone. This document serves as a detailed record of land use at the turn of the millennium, from the agricultural operations at Tamba Ranch to the remote gaging stations and pump stations along the Winchuck River.