2011 Map of Hermiston

About this map

Hermiston serves as a major hub for agriculture and transportation in Umatilla County, defined by a complex network of irrigation and rail infrastructure. The landscape is etched with historical water management systems including the Maxwell Canal, Hermiston Ditch, and Westland A Canal, which supported the development of the Oregon State University Agriculture Experiment Station. The Umatilla River snakes through the southern portion of the quadrangle, passing near the industrial operations at Hinkle Yards, a significant rail facility. Small satellite settlements and named areas like Hinkle, Bucks Corners, and Umatilla Meadows reflect the dispersed rural population centers tied to the valley's water and transit routes. Prominent natural landmarks such as Hermiston Butte and Emigrant Buttes rise above the irrigated plains, providing clear geographical markers for the surrounding farms and the nearby Hermiston Municipal Airport.