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2011 Map of Muddy Valley

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Muddy Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Muddy Creek and its many branches, including the Middle Fork Muddy Creek and East Fork Muddy Creek, dominate this rural landscape southwest of McMinnville. The map illustrates a complex network of narrow valleys and ridges, where small communities like Happy Valley and Gopher Valley developed around these watercourses. Agriculture and rural life are centered on the lower elevations, marked by features such as the Happy Valley Cemetery and South Yamhill Cemetery.

Elevations rise sharply to the west and north toward Slide Mountain and The Butte, providing a clear view of the transition from the valley floor to the forested uplands. Notable landmarks such as Eagle Point and the Mach-O Acres Airport highlight the mix of natural terrain and modern rural infrastructure. In the southeast corner, the South Yamhill River meanders near the Blue Heron Reservoir, anchoring the drainage system for this diverse Yamhill County landscape.