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1967 Map of Happy Valley

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Happy Valley and the high desert of Harney County are defined here by a network of seasonal water sources and isolated ranching operations. The Smyth Ranch and Riddle Ranch represent the human footprint in this arid landscape, supported by infrastructure like the Smyth Reservoir and various water points such as the Riddle Mtn Well and Thompson Well. Cultural history is evident in the presence of Pictographs along the canyon walls of Riddle Creek, pointing to an ancient presence long before the 20th-century cattle era. The terrain transitions from the open floor of Fisher Flat to the prominent heights of Riddle Mountain, while specific sites like The Lambing Ground and Ant Hill reflect localized ranching activities. For genealogists and local historians, the Smyth Cem and scattered Ruins provide concrete locations for tracing early families and settlement patterns in this part of Oregon.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1967
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain