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2011 Map of Cox Canyon

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Cox Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Water management dominates the high desert landscape of this Harney County region, where reservoirs and scattered wells are the primary indicators of human activity. The map reveals a network of vital resource points, from the northern Hunters Reservoir to the southern reaches of Bourbon Waterhole. These features, alongside the uniquely named End of the Trail Reservoir and Rehab Reservoir, highlight the critical role of water infrastructure for local ranching and land use in this arid environment.

The terrain is defined by broad features such as Dry Valley and the eponymous Cox Canyon in the east. Notable water bodies like Cox Grove Lake and Cox Butte Reservoir are connected by a system of unpaved roads and trails, illustrating the remote and functional nature of the territory. The presence of Empty Lake-Well suggests the challenges of maintaining reliable water sources in a place where the landscape's character is dictated by its hydrology.