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1981 Map of Coyote Meadows

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Coyote Meadows
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Coyote Meadows lies along the desolate border of Harney and Malheur counties, characterized by a sparse network of seasonal drainages and vital water points in the high desert. This early 1980s topography identifies essential landmarks for ranching and navigation, such as the Coyote Meadows Well and a simple spring. The landscape is etched with ephemeral watercourses, including Whitehorse Creek, Antelope Creek, and Twelvemile Creek, which define the drainage patterns of this arid basin.

Evidence of former human activity is marked by Ruins located near the northern edge of the survey, while Twin Buttes provides a distinct vertical landmark to the northeast. Transportation is limited to a primitive 4wd road, emphasizing the isolation of the area. This map preserves the specific placement of livestock infrastructure and historic remnants before modern land use changes or natural erosion further altered these subtle high-desert features.