2001 Map of Dorris

About this map

The high desert agriculture and timber town of Dorris anchors this survey of northernmost Siskiyou County, appearing at the turn of the 21st century as a hub for both the Mt Shasta Line and regional education at Butte Valley High Sch. The map reveals a landscape defined by water management and public lands, featuring the extensive Butte Valley National Grassland and portions of the Klamath National Forest. Geologists and local historians can trace the irrigation network through numerous wells and the Ditch system that supports the floor of Butte Valley. Significant landmarks include the Picard Cem and the Butte Valley Airport, while natural features like Indian Tom Lake and Mud Lake offer a contrast to the geometric agricultural plots. This edition, revised by the Forest Service, documents the intersection of rural transit and mountainous terrain near the Oregon border.