1981 Map of Township Butte

About this map

The North Fork Clearwater River and its impoundment, the Dworshak Reservoir, dominate this landscape within the St Joe National Forest. This 1981 record captures a transitional period for the Idaho backcountry, where traditional mountain infrastructure like the Telephone Trail and the Lookout Tower on No-see-um Ridge share space with the rising waters of the reservoir. Notable landmarks include the Grandad Bridge and the historical site of Camp X, reflecting the area's history of logging and forest management. The terrain is defined by prominent elevations such as Tamarack Ridge, Long Ridge, and Township Butte, with drainage systems like Robinson Creek and McIntyre Creek feeding into the central river system. The presence of underwater contours provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers highlights the significant topographical change caused by the reservoir's construction.