2011 Map of Big Spring Butte

About this map

Sage Hen Reservoir and Big Spring Reservoir anchor this arid high-desert landscape along the Nevada-Oregon border as it appeared in the early 21st century. The terrain is defined by distinct volcanic and erosional formations, including the prominent Big Spring Butte and the flat-topped Gooch Table to the south. Water management and seasonal drainage are central to the area's geography, with Big Spring Creek winding toward Hazeltine Lake. The curious name Hawksy Walksy marks the northern reaches of the sheet, while the Sage Hen Hills and Echo Canyon provide significant topographical relief. This USGS survey captures the sparse infrastructure of the region, where a primary road corridor intersects the vast open space of northern Humboldt County.