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2011 Map of Horse Heaven Creek

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Horse Heaven Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Horseheaven and the smaller settlement of Kilts anchor this high-elevation landscape in Jefferson County, defined by a complex network of drainages and prominent buttes. The topography is marked by significant features like Horse Heaven Mountain and the distinct volcanic profiles of Hinkle Butte, Kaser Butte, and Sugarloaf Butte. Water sources are critical in this arid terrain, with Mays Reservoir in the northeast and several named springs including Sand Spring, Box Springs, and Buttercup Spring providing vital points for livestock and wildlife.

A network of canyons and gulches, such as Muddy Canyon, Studhorse Canyon, and Peg Gulch, carve through the ridges. The map records the paths of seasonal and perennial waters like Little Muddy Creek and Amity Creek. Historical land use is suggested by family-named landmarks such as Tompkins Butte, Maiers Butte, and Roberts Butte, offering a glimpse into the ranching history of the Oregon high country just after the turn of the 21st century.