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2014 Map of Conant Basin

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Ochoco National Forest dominates the high-elevation landscape of central Oregon in this 2014 survey, where the rugged terrain of the Maury Mountains provides a complex network of canyons and peaks. This area is defined by its numerous water sources, including Sunny Slope Springs, Mud Spring, and Sanford Spring, which likely served as vital landmarks for early settlers and forest managers. The map records several prominent geological features such as Coyote Butte, Alkali Butte, and the distinctive Sheep Rock.

Transport through this isolated region is marked by specialized routes like Lower Ridge Rd and Gibson Creek Rd, which navigate the steep gradients near Newsome Saddle. The presence of many named springs and small drainages like Sunford Cr and Conant Cr illustrates the importance of water management in the Conant Basin. For researchers and historians, these labels offer a detailed look at the resource-based geography and the naming conventions used by the U.S. Forest Service and local land offices.