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1966 Map of Willis Ridge

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Willis Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Farley and its station along the Northwestern Pacific railroad anchor the northwestern corner of this mid-1960s terrain study. The landscape is defined by the deep winding canyon of the Eel River, which cuts through the heart of the quadrangle between massive formations like Willis Ridge and Shimmin Ridge. This is a territory of high peaks and drainage networks, where Bald Mountain rises above the confluence of Bloody Run and Tomki Creek.

Evidence of local management and movement is found in the various Jeep Trails and more traditional trails that crisscross the slopes, alongside a Gaging Station on Outlet Creek. Notable high-altitude water features such as Lily Lake and the Well near Tomki Creek suggest the seasonal hydrology of these mountains. The map illustrates a period of light development, primarily focused on the rail line and scattered creek-side landmarks like Pepper Gap and Oat Ridge.