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1952 Map of Tectah Creek

USGS Topo · Published 1961

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The Klamath River winds through the heart of this mid-century survey, defining the life and movement of northern Humboldt County before modern development. Small riverside nodes like Johnsons and the Pecwan Union School serve as local anchors, while family-named landmarks such as Mc Covey Ranch and Starwein Flat reflect the area's homesteading and ranching legacy. The terrain is deeply carved by numerous tributaries, including Tectah Creek, Pecwan Creek, and the expansive Blue Creek system, which flows from the high ridges of the Six Rivers National Forest. This era shows a landscape managed for timber and traditional use, with limited access provided by State Route 96 and primitive roads reaching remote spots like Bukers Prairie and Cappell Flat. The map effectively captures the transition from isolated wilderness to a more documented backcountry.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1961
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain