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4166-1 Head Hill 1:50k Topographic Map — topographic map

4166-1 Head Hill 1:50k Topographic Map

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4166-1 Head Hill — 1:50,000 Topographic Map

The 4166-1 Head Hill 1:50,000 topographic sheet provides accurate, high-quality mapping across a rugged inland region defined by rolling uplands, dissected valleys, steep slopes, creek systems and remote pastoral access routes. Produced as part of Australia’s national 1:50k mapping program, this sheet delivers the dependable geographic detail required for emergency response, environmental assessment, engineering planning, pastoral operations and challenging back-country navigation.

Contours, hydrology, vegetation structure, cultural features and access tracks follow Australia’s standardised topographic symbology, ensuring clarity and reliability in both planning and field environments.


🗺️ Map Content & Features

At 1:50,000 scale — 1 cm = 500 m, the Head Hill sheet includes:

  • Contours & Elevation: steep slopes, rolling hills, ridgelines, dissected terrain and spot heights

  • Hydrology: creeks, tributaries, drainage lines, ephemeral channels and wet gullies

  • Transport & Access: unsealed roads, pastoral tracks, ridge routes, 4WD trails and isolated connectors

  • Cultural & Built Features: homesteads, tanks, yards, infrastructure points and named natural features

  • Vegetation & Land Cover: mixed scrub, open woodland, grassland, rangeland and forested pockets

  • Administrative & Grid Framework: boundaries, coordinate grids and national mapping symbols

  • Optimised for varied terrain: suitable for navigation, hazard assessment and operational planning


🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Head Hill 1:50k sheet is relied upon by:

  • Emergency services & SES — rugged-terrain response planning, bushfire operations, access analysis

  • Environmental consultants & scientists — habitat mapping, catchment analysis, ecological assessment

  • Surveyors & civil engineers — route feasibility, terrain modelling, site selection

  • Pastoral operators & land managers — muster planning, property review, infrastructure management

  • Recreational users — hikers, 4WD travellers, off-track adventurers, navigation trainees

  • Researchers & educators — geomorphology, hydrology, landscape studies


💧 Field-Ready Print Options

Waterproof & Tear-proof Tyvek®

  • Printed on genuine DuPont™ Tyvek®

  • Completely waterproof, tear-resistant and UV-stable

  • Foldable like paper — ideal for steep, remote and rugged terrain

Laminated Edition

  • Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate

  • Write-on / wipe-clean for whiteboard markers

  • Compatible with Mapworld map dots

  • Extremely durable — resists moisture, dust and heavy field handling

📄 Standard Paper Edition

  • High-resolution print

  • Suitable for office planning, reference, documentation and archiving


📐 Map Details

Field Details
Title 4166-1 Head Hill
Series Australia 1:50,000 Topographic Series
Scale 1:50,000 (1 cm = 500 m)
Coverage Head Hill region — hills, ridgelines, valleys, drainage systems & pastoral access networks
Coordinates Geographical & UTM
Datum AGD66; later editions WGS84; AHD elevations
Projection Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM)
Currency Maps published 1968–2006
Sheet Size 600 mm (width) × 710 mm (height)
Material Options Paper • Laminated • Tyvek®
Printed In Australia

🛒 Ordering & Options

  • Folded paper edition — lightweight, portable and economical

  • Waterproof Tyvek® edition — best for rugged, steep and remote field conditions

  • Laminated edition — write-on/wipe-clean, ideal for operational planning and repeated field use


🎯 Summary

The 4166-1 Head Hill — 1:50,000 Topographic Map delivers essential mid-scale mapping across a rugged inland district characterised by steep slopes, rolling uplands and complex drainage systems. With detailed contours, hydrology, vegetation mapping and durable print formats, it is a critical resource for emergency responders, surveyors, environmental professionals, pastoral operators and remote-area navigators.

Work clearly.
Plan confidently.
Navigate precisely.


Frequently Asked Questions

What area does the 4166-1 Head Hill 1:50k Topographic Map cover?

This topographic map covers the area named in the product title. It shows elevation contours, terrain features, waterways, roads, tracks, and key landmarks at 1:50,000 scale.

What scale is this topographic map?

This map is at 1:50,000 scale. Australian topographic maps are commonly produced at 1:25,000, 1:50,000, and 1:100,000 scales — the scale determines the level of detail and the area shown.

Is this map suitable for bushwalking and hiking?

Yes, topographic maps are the standard navigation tool for bushwalking, hiking, and off-track travel. They show contour lines, walking tracks, water sources, and terrain hazards.

Is this the most current edition available?

Mapworld stocks the most current editions available. Australian topographic maps are produced by Geoscience Australia or state mapping agencies and updated periodically.

Does Mapworld ship the 4166-1 Head Hill 1:50k Topographic Map across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.



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