2011 Map of Coyote Buttes

About this map

Coyote Butte and Saddle Butte rise above the high desert floor of Harney County, defining a landscape shaped by water management and natural drainage. This 2011 survey details the complex hydrography of the Blitzen Valley, where the Donner und Blitzen River winds through the eastern portion of the quadrangle. The map reveals an intricate network of irrigation and water control features, including the Stubblefield Canal, Butte Ditch, and the meandering Simmons Slough. These man-made and natural watercourses intersect with local transit routes such as Center Patrol Rd and Rockford Ln, illustrating the historical and modern reliance on water diversion for ranching and land use in Coyote Flat. Near the southern boundary, Rattlesnake Butte stands as another prominent marker in this sparsely settled region of the Oregon interior.