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2014 Map of Huron

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Umatilla National Forest and Whitman National Forest meet at this high-country boundary where Umatilla and Union counties divide. The landscape is defined by the sharp descent of drainages like Meacham Creek and its tributary East Meacham Creek, which carve deep into the plateau south of Wilbur Mountain. Local topography is distinctly labeled with landmarks such as Butcher Point, Owsley Hogback, and Walker Ridge, while the small settlement area of Huron sits near the northern forest edge.

Evidence of historical land use and travel is found along the Kamela Highway and various forest development roads. Genealogists may find interest in the Rugg Cemetery located in the southeastern quadrant near Rugg Spring. The map is dotted with numerous water sources essential for high-altitude survival and livestock, including Nunamaker Pond, Fowler Spring, and the curiously named Butcher Knife Spring.