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2017 Map of Chief Joseph Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Chief Joseph Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Chief Joseph Mountain and Point Joseph dominate the southeastern landscape of this recent survey, showcasing the dramatic high-elevation topography of the Wallowa National Forest. The map documents a complex network of alpine hydrology, where Hurricane Creek and its many tributaries, such as Slick Rock Cr and Falls Cr, descend from the Hurricane Divide. High-altitude water bodies like Legore Lake and Deadman Lake are situated below prominent ridges like Sawtooth Peak and the Hurwal Divide.

Transitioning from the wilderness toward the town of Joseph, the terrain shifts into an area of managed water and transportation. Legacy irrigation systems including the Silver Grange Ditch, Hurricane Ditch, and Consolidated Ditch illustrate the distribution of water toward the lower Alder Slope. Significant local landmarks include the Joseph State Airport and the Joseph Cem, marking the intersection of the natural forest boundary with the community's infrastructure.