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2011 Map of Beatty

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Sprague River meanders extensively through this section of Klamath County, defining a landscape of wetlands and low-lying water bodies. Near the settlement of Beatty, the Sycan River joins the Sprague, creating a complex network of channels and oxbows. This confluence served as a focal point for local community life, as evidenced by the proximity of the Beatty Post Office and nearby residential streets such as Rim Dr and Lincoln St.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by two significant burial sites: the Paiute Cemetery located near the northern bend of the Sycan, and the Chief Schonchin Cemetery situated further south along Whisky Creek. The presence of these sites, alongside landmarks like Crater Lake Camp and the Flying T Ranch Airstrip, reflects a varied land use pattern ranging from tribal heritage and ranching to seasonal recreation in the vicinity of Wild Billy Lake and Spring Butte.