1999 Map of Buck Trough Spring

About this map

The Malheur National Forest dominates this landscape along the border of Grant and Harney counties, where water management defines the high-desert terrain. A complex network of reservoirs, such as Skagway Reservoir, Slate Reservoir, and Dead Horse Reservoir, suggests a region heavily utilized for livestock grazing and land management. The North Fork Malheur River carves a deep valley through the center of the sheet, joined by tributaries like Flag Creek and Smith Creek. These water sources were vital for the survival of remote ranching operations within the forest boundaries.