2014 Map of Cooper Draw

About this map

Snyder Rnch sits at the southern edge of this high-desert basin in Lake County, serving as a primary marker of human habitation in a landscape defined by seasonal water and drainages. The area is characterized by a complex network of springs and reservoirs, including Fitzgerald Reservoir Number Two, General Reservoir, and Upper Juniper Reservoir, which suggest the critical importance of water management for livestock and ranching. The terrain is shaped by several prominent draws, such as Mary Ann Draw, Miners Draw, and Cooper Draw, which cut through the Coyote Hills. Dozens of named springs, such as Cement Spg and Oregon Spg, are scattered across the quadrangle, highlighting the scattered reliable water sources that sustain the region's ranching economy. Significant drainage systems like Rabbit Cr and Snyder Crk further illustrate the hydrology of this arid corner of Oregon.