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2017 Map of Buckbrush Creek

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Buckbrush Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Little Poison Butte and Big Poison Butte anchor this high-desert landscape in Malheur County, where the relief is defined by volcanic features and a network of seasonal drainages. The area is characterized by vast open spaces like Richie Flat and significant topographical landmarks including Buckbrush Poison Butte and the steep walls of Timber Canyon.

Hydrological features are central to the map's layout, showing how water was managed and accessed in this arid region through sites like Soldiers Canyon Reservoir and N G Cr Reservoir. The presence of numerous named water sources, such as Skelton Spring, Mud Spring, and Upper Mud Spring, highlights the importance of reliable water for livestock and navigation across the range. Transport is facilitated by corridors like Buckbrush Rd and Dry Creek Loop Rd, connecting the scattered springs and drainage basins of Buckbrush Creek and Bully Cr.