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1969 Map of Piercy

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Piercy
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The South Fork Eel River carves a deep path through the Mendocino County landscape, where the primary north-south artery of 101 follows the river's winding course. This late 1960s survey documents the settlements of Andersonia and Piercy, as well as the former location of Moody. The topography is defined by sharp ridges like Waterfall Ridge and named clearings such as Dugans Opening, illustrating the challenging terrain of the northern California timberlands.

Genealogists and local researchers will find unique landmarks like the Lilley Grave tucked near the river fork. Public land use is prominent along the highway corridor, featuring the Reynolds State Wayside Camp Ground, Richardson Grove State Park, and the Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area. Numerous drainages, including Wildcat Creek and Piercy Creek, feed the main river, highlighting the intricate hydrological network of this forested region.