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2012 Map of North Fork

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of North Fork
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

North Fork serves as a primary hub of activity in this region of Madera County, situated near the confluence of N Fork Willow Cr and S Fork Willow Cr. The landscape is defined by the significant drop toward the San Joaquin River to the south, where the Wishon Powerhouse and Kerckhoff Lake indicate the industrial harnessing of the river's flow. Moving away from the water, the terrain ascends into notable peaks and flats, including Fish Creek Mountain, Smiley Mountain, and Kennedy Table.

Rural land use is evident through family and ranching landmarks like Church Ranch and Walker Cem. The network of roads such as RD 226 and Road 200 connects these disparate points of interest, from the small community of Fine Gold in the west to the aviation facility at Johnston Field Airport. This layout illustrates a balance between wilderness, hydroelectric production, and established mountain settlements.