1959 Map of Burns
USGS Topo · Published 1959About this map
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge anchors this mid-century look at the high desert of Eastern Oregon, surrounding the expansive waters of Harney Lake and Malheur Lake. The map illustrates the central role of Burns and the neighboring industrial hub of Hines, where a lumber mill and the Union Pacific railroad terminal indicate the area's timber-driven economy. Beyond the municipal centers, the landscape is defined by vast tracts of the Ochocco National Forest and Malheur National Forest, punctuated by a network of isolated outposts such as the Crowley Ranger Station and several remote schools like the Suntex and Wolf Creek School. Genealogists and local historians can trace the distribution of homesteads and agricultural operations, from the Altnow Ranch to the O'Keefe Homestead, alongside specialized facilities like the state experimental station and several mountain fire lookouts.
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