
High desert water management and remote range lands characterize this high-elevation corner of Harney County. The landscape is defined by its collection of vital water sources, including Shallow Lake and several man-made catchments such as Butch Reservoir, Gaston Reservoir, and Swede Reservoir. These features suggest a history of livestock grazing and rangeland development in an arid environment. The southern portion of the quadrangle rises significantly toward the prominent Bald Mtn, where Shelby Reservoir and Seep Spring provide essential moisture for the surrounding terrain. Transportation through this isolated area is limited to rugged tracks like Buckaroo Pass Rd and Nat For Dev Rd 6176, facilitating access to the open expanses of Butcher Flat.
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1955 · Adel
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Adel
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Adel
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Adel
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1971 · Acty Mountain NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Surveyors Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Coyote Gap SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Mahogany Butte
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Acty Mountain NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Hawks Mountain
USGS Topo · 1:24,000