2017 Map of Thornton

About this map

Sunset and Thornton anchor the northern landscape of this Whitman County region, where the undulating terrain of the Palouse is carved by seasonal drainages and a dense network of country roads. The small settlements of Cashup and Pleasant Valley illustrate the historic agricultural distribution of the area, connected by routes such as the Old Thornton Hwy and Cashup Flat Rd. Water courses like Cottonwood Cr and Thorn Cr navigate the complex topography, while named landforms like Hastings Gulch provide specific landmarks for local history. The road network, including uniquely named thoroughfares like Washboard Rd and Barnes Cut-Off Rd, reflects the enduring rural infrastructure that has supported this wheat-growing country for generations.