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1990 Map of Greenwood Butte

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Greenwood Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Wallowa National Forest land defines this landscape, characterized by a complex network of high ridges and deep drainage gulches. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations such as Greenwood Butte and Haskin Butte, which overlook the expansive Poverty Flat. Water sources are vital features in this environment, including the Muddy Reservoir and numerous springs like McCarty Spring.

A intricate system of seasonal and perennial waterways, such as Chesnimnus Creek and the West Fork Pine Creek, cuts through the forest. The map reveals the names of specific drainages that imply early pioneer or ranching activity, including Deadman Gulch, Sterling Gulch, and Salmon Creek. Remote recreation is anchored at the Vigne Campground near Doe Creek, while various landing strips and corrals point to the continued use of this backcountry for land management and livestock in the late 20th century.