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2017 Map of Fly Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Metolius River carves a dramatic path through this Central Oregon landscape, meeting the waters of Lake Billy Chinook in a region defined by steep canyons and high volcanic plateaus. This 2017 survey details the complex geography of the Deschutes National Forest and the Crooked River National Grassland, where public lands intersect with private developments like the 3 Rivers Recreation Area Airport. The map highlights unique geological formations such as Balanced Rocks and the prominent Akawa Butte to the south.

Hydrological features including Fly Lake, Box Canyon Reservoir, and Juniper Reservoir illustrate the importance of water management in the arid Lower Desert and across the Metolius Bench. A network of forest roads, such as SW Prairie Farm Rd and SW Squawback Ridge Rd, provides access to these remote reaches of Jefferson County, where rugged drainages like Fly Creek Canyon and Allen Canyon dictate the movement of travelers and wildlife alike.