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2020 Map of Horton

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Horton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The settlement of Horton serves as the focal point of this western Lane County landscape, situated where the terrain begins its ascent toward the Coast Range. This area is characterized by a complex network of canyons and ridges that define the local geography, including Doris Stever Ridge in the north and Ballhizer Ridge to the east. The drainage pattern is particularly notable, as the headwaters of the Long Tom River flow south while the S Fork Alsea River trends toward the northwest, illustrating a significant hydrological divide within the region.

Transportation through these ridges is marked by several named crossings, such as High Pass and Low Pass, which have historically facilitated movement across the hills. Genealogists and local historians will find interest in the Goldson Cem located near Howard Br in the southeastern portion of the map. The presence of numerous named canyons like Leibo Canyon, Target Canyon, and Stakely Canyon speaks to the deeply etched topography that has influenced land use and settlement patterns for generations.