2015 Map of Tar Bully

About this map

Tar Bully sits within a complex network of canyons and gulches in southwestern Shasta County, where the hydrology is defined by the Roaring River and the N Fork Cottonwood Cr. The landscape is heavily influenced by water management and access, evidenced by the Happy Valley Irrigation Canal and a grid of specialized roads such as Gold Diggers Rd and Bully Choop Rd. The terrain is marked by numerous named drainages, including Watson Gulch, Aiken Gulch, and Poverty Gulch, which suggest the area's prospecting and ranching heritage. Local movement through this varied topography relies on routes like Platina Rd and Straight Arrow Rd, connecting remote points like Wiley Flat Gulch and Sunny Hill. This survey captures the rural character and essential water infrastructure of the region during the early 21st century.