William Z. Hegy Marker

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Near Patrick's Point in Humboldt County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

William Z. Hegy
1915 - 1986

William Z. Hegy Marker Photo, Click for full size

By Karen Key, May 27, 2007

1. William Z. Hegy Marker

Inscription. A native of Plunkett, Saskatchewan, Canada. Graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Civil Engineering, began work with the Division of Highways in 1936. He worked in many positions and locations throughout his career, becoming State Maintenance Engineer prior to serving as Caltrans District Director in Eureka.

He was active in the community as President of the Eureka Rotary Club and the United Way; commissioner of the Boy Scouts of America; Board Chairman of Humboldt Area Foundation; Interim Manager, President and Board Member of KEET-TV; Foreman of the Humboldt County Grand Jury; Charter Member of the Humboldt North Coast Land Trust and a member of the Trinidad Chamber of Commerce; and was active in St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Arcata. Following an illustrious career of state and community service, he retired in 1978.

The portion of Highway 101 from Little River near the City of Trinidad to Patrick's Point undercrossing is designated the William Z. Hegy Memorial Highway.

Marker series. This marker is included in the Markers with Artwork marker series.

Location. 41° 7.439′ N, 124° 9.007′ W. Marker is near Patrick's Point, California, in Humboldt County. Marker is on California Route 101. Click for map. Marker is at a highway safety rest area. Marker is in this post office area: Trinidad CA 95570, United States of America.

By Karen Key, May 27, 2007

2. William Z. Hegy Marker

Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 13 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Tsurai (approx. 4.5 miles away); Town of Trinidad (approx. 4.6 miles away); Big Diamond (approx. 12.2 miles away).

Also see . . . Caltrans Rest Areas. (Submitted on July 2, 2007, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.)

Credits. This page originally submitted on July 2, 2007, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California. This page has been viewed 2,024 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 2, 2007, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.