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2011 Map of Alameda Flat

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Alameda Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Alameda Flat and the surrounding plateau of Douglas County are defined here by the deep incisions of the Columbia River and its tributary drainage systems. This 2011 survey captures the rural landscape at a time when the agricultural and ranching legacy of the region remains visible through names like Osborne Corner and the Rex School. The topography is marked by significant natural landmarks, including the prominent Wilson Butte and the unique formation of Balloon Rock near the head of Buck Canyon.

Surface water is concentrated in smaller catchments like Rattlesnake Lake and Wilson Lake, contrasting with the winding paths of China Creek and the steep descents of Twin Springs Canyon and Strahl Canyon. A network of local routes, including Strahl Canyon Rd and Rex Rd, connects these remote reaches, reflecting the enduring township-and-range grid that dictates movement across this high-desert terrain.