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2014 Map of Burns NW

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Burns NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Silvies River winds through the heart of this high-desert landscape in Harney County, Oregon, carving notable geographic features such as Silvies Canyon and Boone Canyon. This 2014 survey reveals an area defined by its complex hydrology and ranching-related infrastructure, characterized by numerous small reservoirs and spring-fed drainages. Landmarks like Juniper Reservoir and Green Flat Reservoir indicate the vital role of water management in this arid region, while land use is further marked by timber-related history via the Hines Logging Rd in the southern reaches.

Water sources are densely mapped, from Triple Springs and Parker Springs to the seasonal flows of Skull Cr and East Willow Cr. The topography transitions from the lower elevations of Green Flat and Brown Flat up toward the high ground of Mud Ridge. This record provides a detailed look at the rural intersections of the Silvies River Rd and the surrounding wilderness, documenting the essential springs and reservoirs that support life in the Oregon interior.