2011 Map of Deep Creek

About this map

The Grande Ronde River carves a path through the northern reaches of this Union County landscape, defining a terrain shaped by deep drainage systems and high meadows. This area is characterized by a series of high-elevation openings, including Newman Meadows, Brown Meadows, and Grove Meadow, which historically served as vital landmarks for navigation and seasonal land use. The drainage network is complex, with Grossman Creek and East Grossman Creek feeding into the larger system near Indian Point. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, Clear Creek and Deep Creek intersect a winding road network, most notably Brown Rd, providing insight into the remote access points used by foresters and local travelers in the early 21st century. The map illustrates the fundamental relationship between the high plateau meadows and the steep watercourses that drain toward the river.