2014 Map of Buchanan

About this map

Malhuer National Forest lands dominate the northwestern portion of this landscape, where the terrain transitions into the high desert of eastern Oregon. The small settlement of Buchanan sits along Us-20, serving as a vital waypoint in this cattle-ranching and timber region. The map reveals a sophisticated network of water management essential for the arid environment, including the Upper Jones Canyon Reservoir, Lower Jones Canyon Reservoir, and Corcoran Reservoir. These features, along with numerous named springs like Loggan Springs and Binfroe Springs, underscore the historic importance of water rights in the Cow Creek Valley. The presence of Poujade Field and Oard Flat suggests long-standing family ranching operations that have shaped the land use patterns for generations in Harney County.