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2011 Map of Fly Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Billy Chinook dominates the northern landscape where the Metolius River flows into the reservoir, creating a complex geography of steep canyons and high plateaus. This 2011 survey documents the intersection of remote recreation and water management, anchored by the Box Canyon Dam and Box Canyon Reservoir. The central portion of the map showcases distinct geological and topographical markers such as the Balanced Rocks and the deep incisions of Fly Creek Canyon.

Settlement patterns are concentrated in the east, characterized by the 3 Rivers Recreation Area Airport and a grid of rural lanes like SW Airfield Ln. To the west and south, the terrain becomes more rugged and resource-focused, marked by the Fly Lake Lookout and the Fly Creek Ranch. The intricate drainage network, including Juniper Creek and Prairie Farm Creek, illustrates the hydraulic importance of this Jefferson County high desert environment.