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2011 Map of Huron

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Meacham Creek and its complex network of tributaries, including Butcher Creek and Pelican Creek, define the landscape of this portion of Umatilla County. The area is marked by significant historical transit corridors, most notably the Oregon Trail Interpretive Park situated near the path of the Old Emigrant Hill Scenic Byway Rd. This high-elevation terrain is characterized by a mix of named flats and ridges, such as Strickland Flat and Walker Ridge, which provided the geographical context for early settlements and pioneer passages.

Local history is preserved in landmarks like the Rugg Cabin and the nearby Rugg Cemetery, situated in the southeastern corner of the map. Small settlements and points of interest such as Huron and Motanic are anchored to the drainage basins and early road systems like Mount Emily Rd. The presence of numerous named water sources, including Butcher Knife Spring and Fowler Spring, illustrates the critical importance of reliable water in this upland environment.