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2014 Map of House Butte

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of House Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Stinkingwater Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Harney County, characterized by a complex network of seasonal creeks and established water management systems. The Malheur River cuts through the northern section of the map, fed by tributaries like Griffin Cr and Little Muddy Cr. Evidence of early agricultural engineering is visible through the Robbins Ditch and Miller Ditch, which redirect water across the arid terrain to support local ranching.

Remote landmarks and family names are preserved here, including the Muller Cem located near the intersection of Van-Drewsey Rd and Clark Rd. The southern portion of the quadrangle reveals several water storage features such as Sitz Reservoir, Van Derveer Reservoir, and Rimrock Reservoir, which serve as vital hubs in this rain-shadow environment. From the elevation of House Butte to the depths of Greenley Gulch, the map provides a clear record of how topography dictated the placement of roads like Pine Creek Rd.