2023 Map of Hughet Spring

About this map

Hughet Spring and its surrounding high desert landscape are defined by a network of essential water sources in this contemporary survey of Harney County. The area’s ranching and livestock history is visible through scattered man-made water catchments such as Yellow Spot Reservoir, Stud Horse Reservoir, and Teddy Spring Reservoir. These features, alongside natural points like Buzzard Lake and Round Butte Lake, indicate the importance of water management in this arid terrain. The map also traces the significant topographical depressions of Warm Springs Valley and the winding path of Buzzard Canyon, which cuts through the volcanic and sedimentary layers toward Buzzard Creek. The prominence of Round Butte serves as a distinct landmark for navigating the wide sagebrush basins of eastern Oregon.