2020 Map of Carson Point

About this map

Carson Point rises as a prominent landmark above the intricate wetlands of Harney County, where the high desert terrain meets complex drainage systems. This 2020 landscape is defined by its water management and natural catchment features, including Cow Creek Sink and the expansive Ninemile Slough. Human adaptation to this arid environment is evident in the straight lines of the Poliade Ditch and a network of remote rural routes like Newton Rd and Crane-Buchanan Rd. The map documents a sparsely populated region of Oregon where ranching life and land use are dictated by the presence of water at Bennett Lake and Howell Lake. Named tracks such as John Logan Ln and Palomino Ln suggest the historical family ties and livestock heritage that continue to shape these vast townships.