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2023 Map of Dog Mountain

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Dog Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Dog Mtn and the distinct formation of Wrights Point anchor this high-desert landscape in Harney County, illustrating the sharp transition between uplifted plateaus and expansive wetlands. The northern portion of the map is defined by the complex hydrology of Sage Hen Valley, where Sage Hen Creek feeds into Potters Swamp. This area demonstrates a managed water system through the Big Red S Canal and McGee Slough, which branch from the West Fork Silvies River.

Remote roads like Burns Narrows Rd and Sunset Valley Rd provide access through the variable terrain, including the steep ascent of Savage Grade. Small water features such as Lunch Lake and Weaver Spring suggest vital water sources for ranching and wildlife in this arid region. The map highlights the intersection of natural drainage patterns and human-engineered irrigation essential for the agricultural life of the valley.