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2011 Map of Spencer North

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Beaver Creek flows through a narrow corridor of high-altitude basin land, anchoring a landscape shaped by transportation and seasonal use in the early 21st century. The map centers on the small settlements of Humphrey, Pleasant Valley, and Old Beaver, which are linked by a primary roadway that cuts through the valley floor. This north-south transit route is flanked by complex drainages and draws, including Thomas Draw and Van Noy Canyon, suggesting a region where the geography dictated the path of travel and settlement.

Public land use is prominent, with both the Stoddard Creek Campground and Beaver Creek Campground providing infrastructure for recreational access. The surrounding terrain is marked by numerous springs and intermittent streams, such as Owens Spring and Sweat Springs, highlighting the importance of water sources in this dry mountain environment. From the heights of Beacon Hill to the isolated waters of Little Lake, the sheet documents a high-country crossroads where rural ranching and modern thoroughfares intersect.