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2011 Map of Alkali Flat

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Prineville Reservoir dominates the northwest corner of this Crook County landscape, where the waters of the Crooked River are held back by the Bowman Dam just out of view. The small settlement of Roberts serves as the local hub, situated near the intersection of SE Salt Creek Rd and SE Roberts Rd. This area is defined by its drainage systems, with Alkali Creek and Bear Creek cutting through the high desert terrain toward the reservoir.

Genealogists and local historians will find the Roberts Cemetery north of the main road, a primary landmark for the families who settled this arid region. The geography transitions from the open expanse of Alkali Flat to more varied elevations at Alkali Butte and Windy Point. Numerous seasonal drainages, such as Home Hollow Creek and Salt Creek, reveal the intricate watershed that feeds into the central basin, while the Prineville Reservoir Resort indicates the area's role in regional recreation.