1984 Map of Cox Canyon

About this map

Emteker Homestead stands as a solitary named residence in this high desert landscape of Harney County, mapped during the early 1980s. The terrain is defined by its reliance on water management, evidenced by numerous man-made and natural catchments including South Draw Reservoir, Kiely Reservoir, and Rehab Reservoir. The naming conventions throughout the quadrangle suggest a history of ranching and livestock movement, with labels like Roadside Waterhole, Bishop Waterhole, and Stud Waterhole marking vital stops in an otherwise arid environment.