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1963 Map of Hamner Butte

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Hamner Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Hamner Butte dominates the central landscape of this 1963 survey, where the high volcanic terrain of the Deschutes National Forest meets the northern reaches of Klamath County. The map documents a rugged geomorphology defined by expansive lava flows, notably the Black Rock Lava that blankets the southern sector near Black Rock Ranch. This area serves as a significant drainage divide, with Odell Creek and Ranger Creek feeding into the substantial waters of Davis Lake at the northern boundary.

Evidence of the region's volcanic activity and subsequent land use is visible in features like the Cinder Pit located at the base of the main butte. The landscape is dotted with several smaller cinder cones and prominent peaks, including Davis Mountain, Saddle Butte, and Ringo Butte. Water sources are sparse across the porous volcanic soil, making named features like Deli Spring and the winding course of Crescent Creek critical landmarks for understanding the area's historical hydrology.