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1970 Map of Devils Backbone

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Devils Backbone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Devils Backbone dominates this high-plateau landscape, where the Sherman and Gilliam County border follows the meandering course of the John Day River. This arid canyon country is defined by deep incisions like Sixmile Canyon and Scott Canyon, creating a terrain where water sources are critical, as indicated by numerous unnamed Springs and a Cistern at the head of a canyon.

Settlement is sparse, represented by the name Lewis and several localized agricultural landmarks. Remnants of rural life include the Potters Cem and several Storage Bins scattered near the ranching corridors. The transportation network is a mix of improved surfaces like Mikkalo Road and more primitive routes including the Corral Hollow Trail and various Jeep Trails, illustrating the functional, wide-open nature of this interior Oregon territory during the 1970 field check.