2011 Map of Hyatt Reservoir

About this map

Hyatt Reservoir and Howard Prairie Lake dominate this high-elevation landscape in Jackson County, showing the intricate water management system within the Rogue River National Frst. The map documents a geography defined by high-country prairies and glades, such as Buck Prairie and Wildcat Glades, which are interspersed among volcanic peaks like Chinquapin Mountain and Table Mountain. A network of canals and creeks, including the Howard Prairie Canal and Keene Creek, connects the various reservoirs, illustrating the mid-20th-century engineering required to manage water resources in the Cascades. Settlement is sparse, represented by locations like Burnt Creek Ranch and Summit Ranch, while the inclusion of the Hyatt Lake Campground and Green Springs Summit highlights the area's role as a recreational and transit hub in southern Oregon.