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2011 Map of Granite Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The North Fork Payette River system dominates this high-altitude Valley County terrain, characterized by a complex network of alpine creeks and managed water resources. Water control infrastructure is evident at both Granite Lake Dam and the Upper Payette Lake Dam, reflecting the intersection of natural hydrology and engineering. The landscape transitions between the riparian corridors of Fisher Creek and broad grazing or ecological zones like Sater Meadows and Hartly Meadows.

Transportation through this backcountry relies on specialized routes such as Warren Wagon Rd and Fisher Creek Rd, which provide access to remote areas including the Upper Payette Lake Campground. The presence of Brundage Reservoir in the western section further highlights the importance of water storage in this drainage basin, which feeds several distinct tributaries like Copet Creek and Box Creek.