2011 Map of Blitzen SW

About this map

Berdugo stands as the primary namesake settlement in this high desert landscape of Harney County, Oregon. The topography is defined by the ephemeral passage of Guano Slough, which meanders from the northwest down toward the south-central portion of the quadrangle. This 2011 survey illustrates a sparse ranching or outpost environment where infrastructure is limited to a handful of local roads and unimproved trails that cross the arid basins. The presence of Berdugo suggests a localized center of activity in a region characterized by wide open spaces and the subtle drainage patterns of the northern Great Basin, where water features like the slough are central to the geography of the land.