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2011 Map of Double Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Double Mountain and Shell Rock Butte define the arid landscape of eastern Malheur County, where water sources were the primary driver of development and livestock movement. This high-desert region is characterized by a network of springs and man-made reservoirs designed to capture seasonal runoff. Named springs such as Bentonite Spring, Double Mountain Spring, and Twin Butte Spring are scattered across the terrain, reflecting the critical reliance on these points for survival in the sagebrush steppe.

Cattle ranching infrastructure is prominent, featuring an extensive series of impoundments including Upper Cow Reservoir, Lower Cow Reservoir, and Yellowjacket Reservoir. The map also traces established backcountry routes like Cow Hollow Rd and Chalk Butte Rd, which connect these remote watering holes and canyon systems like Negro Rock Canyon. The presence of the Two Forks Check Dam further underscores the historical management of this watershed for ranching operations.