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2014 Map of Hunter Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Hunter Lake and the surrounding high plains of Stillwater County are defined by a series of shallow basins and seasonal drainages. This high-plateau landscape features Big Lake and Lake Basin to the north, reflecting a geography where water collection is central to the land's utility. The terrain is marked by prominent natural landmarks such as Rattlesnake Ridge and Antelope Point, which provide significant elevation changes amidst the section lines of the Public Land Survey System.

A network of rural routes, including Columbus-Molt Rd and Wheat Basin Rd, suggests a regional economy rooted in dryland farming and ranching. The southern portion of the quadrangle is dissected by the N Fork Valley Cr, while isolated water sources like Wild Spring indicate the importance of reliable water points in this semi-arid environment. The presence of Oil Well Rd points toward the underlying industrial infrastructure that supports the local economy.