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1982 Map of Alvord Lake

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Alvord Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1995
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1995

About this map

Steens Mountain and the Pueblo Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in southeastern Oregon, framing the extensive Alvord Desert and the seasonal waters of Alvord Lake. This 1980s-era mapping reveals a territory defined by isolated ranching outposts and specialized mining operations. Remote landmarks like the Whitehorse Ranch and its adjacent Whitehorse Ranch Airfield anchor the eastern reaches near the Harney and Malheur county line.

Mineral interest is evident through the presence of the Lucky Star Mine, Alvord Peak Mine, and Modoc Mine, suggesting the area's continued reliance on resource extraction. The complex hydrology of the Great Basin is captured in the network of reservoirs and springs, including Borax Lake and Pueblo Slough. Significant terrain features such as the Catlow Rim and Basque Hills illustrate the dramatic fault-block topography characteristic of this part of the state.