2014 Map of Adams

About this map

Athena and Adams anchor this corner of Umatilla County, where the agricultural landscape is defined by a dense network of country roads and seasonal watercourses. The terrain transitions from the broad expanses of Gerking Flat to the etched drainage of Waterman Gulch, reflecting the region's wheat-growing geography. Local history is centered on the established town sites and smaller points like Sand Hollow, which is situated near the intersection of Or-11 and several rural routes. Researchers will find the Athena Cemetery located north of the town center, while a survey of the hydrology reveals the complex paths of Wildhorse Creek, Greasewood Creek, and Spring Hollow Creek. These waterways, along with numerous named roads such as Gerking Flat Rd and Mansfield Rd, provide a clear picture of the land divisions and transportation patterns of the early twenty-first century.