2014 Map of Beatys Butte

About this map

Beatys Butte anchors this high-desert landscape in southeastern Oregon, where the rugged topography of the Great Basin meets historical transit corridors. The terrain is marked by essential water sources like Willow Spring, Mustang Spring, and Buena Vista Spring, which have sustained movement through this arid environment for generations. The presence of the Old Military Rd cutting across the northern reaches of the quadrangle highlights the area's role in early pioneer and military transportation across the frontier. Between the heights of the Red Hills and the depressions of Mustang Basin, the map reveals a complex system of canyons and gulches, including Blocks Canyon and East Road Gulch, that define the local drainage patterns toward the Catlow Valley. This survey provides a precise look at the 2014 state of these vital springs and roads.