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2023 Map of Benjamin Lake

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Benjamin Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Benjamin Lake sits at the heart of this high-desert landscape in northern Lake County, where the terrain is defined by a series of volcanic features and seasonal water sources. The map reveals a land utilized for ranching and resource management, evidenced by numerous named watering points such as Mahogany Waterhole, Great Basin Waterhole, and Hill Top Waterhole. These localized names suggest the vital importance of water security in an area characterized by broad flats like Mahogany Flat and Trail Flat.

Prominent topographic landmarks including Yreka Butte, Harder Butte, and East Butte rise above the surrounding plains, while the sharp elevation at Benjamin Point overlooks the lower lake beds. The presence of several small basins, such as Rock Lake, Midway Lake, and Cracker Lake, further illustrates the complex drainage patterns and intermittent hydrology of this section of the Oregon high desert. The survey also marks the political boundary between Deschutes County and Lake County in its northern reaches.