2020 Map of Butler Hill

About this map

Catlow Valley dominates this high desert landscape in Harney County, defined by its characteristic basin drainage and stark geological boundaries. The eastern edge of the quadrangle is marked by the prominent Catlow Rim, which rises sharply to the summit of Butler Hill, a significant vertical landmark in an otherwise broad, alluvial expanse. This 2020 survey illustrates the sparse but critical transportation network essential to this arid region, where Catlow Valley Rd and Blitten Valley Rd intersect to connect the remote basin floor. Hydrological patterns are particularly distinct here, with the Rock Creek Sinks serving as a primary drainage point for seasonal runoff in a landscape where water is the primary architect of the terrain.