2011 Map of Horn Rapids Dam

About this map

Horn Rapids Dam controls the flow of the Yakima River at the southern edge of a landscape defined by industrial security and natural drainage. This 2011 survey reveals the restricted nature of the terrain, where large swaths are designated as the US Reservation. Evidence of modern infrastructure and access control is prominent through features like the Wye Barricade and the Hanford Road Barricade, reflecting the area's specialized role in regional energy and defense. The landscape transitions from the riparian corridor of The Horn into the broad, dry expanse of Cold Creek Valley, where Cold Creek cuts northwest across the terrain. A network of perimeter roads, including the Army Loop Rd and the US Department of Energy Res Rd, underscores the transition between public geography and government-managed land.