1980 Map of Spring City

About this map

Spring City (Site) occupies a narrow canyon on the eastern flank of the Red Hills, where the high desert terrain of the Humboldt National Forest gives way to the open reaches of Paradise Valley. This 1980 survey documents the remains of mining-era activity near Spring City Creek, including locations like Gouge Eye, Bullion, and several Ruins and Tailings piles. The landscape transition is marked by rugged features such as Coal Pit Peak and Sugarloaf, with numerous water sources like Buttermilk Springs and Secret Spring sustaining the area's ranching and prospecting history. To the south, the Old Mill Ranch sits near Martin Creek, while specialized infrastructure like a Gaging Station and the China Grade Road reflect the management of water and transport in this corner of Humboldt County.