2024 Map of Imperial Valley South

About this map

High desert terrain and critical water resources dominate this portion of Deschutes County, where the landscape is defined by volcanic features and isolated watering points. Surface water is sparse, represented by seasonal features like Ram Lake and Mud Lake, along with vital man-made or improved points such as Meeks Waterhole, Rim Waterhole, and Nershal Well. These sites reveal the necessary infrastructure for ranching in an arid environment. The map shows a series of broad, flat expanses including Sunflower Flat, Braken Flat, and Johnson Flat, which are broken by prominent landmarks like Bronco Butte and the distinctive Coyote Rock. Human presence is minimal, anchored primarily by Frederick Butte Rd which traverses the western side of the quadrangle.