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2017 Map of Adobe Flat

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Adobe Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Adobe Flat lies in a desert landscape defined by high buttes and intermittent water sources. This 2017 survey shows the sparse infrastructure of the region, where Anderson Valley Rd and Coon Town Rd provide access through the sagebrush and basin terrain. Topographic landmarks like Hatt Butte, Kegler Butte, and Davison Butte rise above the flats, providing essential points of orientation for those navigating the wide-open spaces between Virginia Valley and Anderson Valley.

Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by the presence of Dracatos Reservoir and Dry Lake Reservoir, which capture seasonal runoff in this arid environment. The map reveals the relationship between topography and drainage, as Dracatos Draw and Standcliff Cr channel water across the landscape. The inclusion of ephemeral features like Kegler Lake highlights the variable nature of the local hydrography, essential for understanding the historical grazing and ranching patterns of Harney County.