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1998 Map of Buttes of The Gods

Name: 1998 Topographic Map of Buttes of The Gods
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

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Winema National Forest dominates this terrain, characterized by the distinct volcanic landforms that give the area its name. The Buttes of the Gods rise above the southern landscape, featuring named peaks such as Skunk Butte, Coyote Butte, and Rat Butte. This high-country region is heavily managed for water resources, as evidenced by a complex network of storage sites including Prairie Reservoir, Long Reservoir, and the uniquely named John Smith Reservoir.

In the lower elevations, the Sprague River Valley provides a clear contrast to the timbered highlands. The small settlement of Lone Pine sits along a prominent Pipeline, marking one of the few concentrated areas of human infrastructure. Resource extraction is noted at the Cinder Pit, while several smaller basins like Pothole Reservoir and Grade Reservoir catch runoff from the surrounding ridges and springs.