1992 Map of Conant Basin

About this map

Maury Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in central Oregon, where the Ochoco National Forest boundary meets extensive ranchlands. The map documents a rugged interior geography defined by the Conant Basin and a network of ephemeral water sources, including Colby Spring, Sanford Spring, and Swamp Spring. Settlement patterns in the early 1990s remained centered on established livestock operations, with Kizer Ranch and Bolletto Ranch situated near the northern drainages, while Adams Ranch and Nye Ranch occupy the southern basins. A notable Quarry near Newsome Saddle indicates local resource extraction amidst the complex terrain of Sheep Rock and Coyote Butte. The detailed hydrography of Sanford Creek and Gibson Creek illustrates the vital role of seasonal water in sustaining these remote agricultural outposts.