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2011 Map of Diamond Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Diamond Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Owyhee dominates this high-desert landscape in Malheur County, formed by the winding Owyhee River as it carves through deep volcanic canyons. The reservoir's waters reach into Red Butte Canyon and Blue Canyon, highlighting the complex topography of this remote Oregon drainage. Human activity in this arid environment is localized around water and grazing resources, evidenced by the Morcom Ranch near the river's entry into the lake and the Watson Cemetery situated on a narrow peninsula.

Topographical landmarks like Diamond Butte, Black Butte, and Red Butte serve as primary navigational points across the high sagebrush steppe. The presence of Hot Spring and various water sources such as Gillespie Spring and Red Rock Spring underscores the geothermal and hydrologic character of the region. Localized drainage systems like Juniper Creek feed toward the lake, while features such as The Tongue and the Black Rocks define the intricate shoreline and surrounding basin.