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2017 Map of Dry Creek Rim

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Dry Creek Rim
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Owyhee River carves a deep path through the high desert of Malheur County, defining the southern landscape of this remote eastern Oregon region. The river winds through the Owyhee Canyon, a dramatic geological feature that separates the upper plateaus. This area is characterized by a sophisticated network of water management for ranching and land use, evidenced by numerous named catchment basins such as Eiguren Reservoir, Pinto Horse Reservoir, and Dead Horse Reservoir.

Upland from the canyon, the Dry Creek Rim provides a stark topographical boundary, while curious natural landmarks like Hole in the Ground mark the volcanic and erosional history of the terrain. The presence of the Grassy Mountain Loop and Skull Creek RD indicates the primary routes used to navigate this sparse environment, where water sources like Little John Reservoir are critical points on the map.