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2023 Map of Flag Prairie

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Monument Rock Wilderness dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, giving way to the high-elevation drainage network of the Malheur National Forest. The map centers on the plateau of Flag Prairie, a notable high-altitude clearing surrounded by a complex system of gulches and ridges. Water sources are exceptionally dense here, evidenced by numerous named springs such as Alarm Clock Spring and Canteeno Spring, which supported the grazing and transit needs of the region.

Infrastructure in this portion of Grant County is defined by the WPA Reservoir, indicating mid-century federal water management efforts. The southeastern quadrant is carved by the North Fork Malheur Wild and Scenic River, which flows past landmarks like Bingham Point. Landforms like Rattlesnake Ridge and Lost Dog Gulch suggest a history of seasonal use by ranchers and outdoorsmen, while Bear Creek Meadow provides a distinct break in the timbered terrain.