2011 Map of Mount Jordan

About this map

Mount Jordan serves as a prominent landmark in this high-elevation region of Custer County, defining the drainage patterns of the surrounding wilderness. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of waterways, most notably the West Fork Yankee Fork which flows across the southern portion of the sheet. High-altitude hydrology is further represented by Mystery Lake, feeding into Mystery Creek in the northern reaches. The area's naming conventions, including China Creek and Jordan Creek, reflect a landscape shaped by early prospecting and resource exploration. This 2011 survey captures the undeveloped character of the backcountry, where narrow drainages like Lightning Creek and Tango Creek carve through the slopes near Red Mountain, providing a detailed view of the Salmon River Mountains' interior before modern encroachment.