2011 Map of Grassy Ridge Well

About this map

Grassy Ridge Well marks a remote point of interest in this southeastern Oregon landscape, where water resources were vital for range management and settlement. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Wildcat Creek, which threads through the high desert draws of Malheur County. Overland travel is focused on the unimproved path of Wildcat Creek Rd, illustrating the sparse infrastructure common to this part of the state in the early 21st century. This survey documents the intersection of essential desert hydrology and the basic road networks required for livestock and ranching access in a region where named landmarks are rare.