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2017 Map of Indian Fort

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Indian Fort
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Indian Fort and its surrounding high-desert terrain define this portion of Malheur County, where the landscape is marked by essential water management features. The area's reliance on seasonal runoff is evident in the strategic placement of Indian Fort Reservoir, Rim Reservoir, and Water Hole Reservoir. These catchments, along with ephemeral drainage systems like Indian Fort Cr and Corbin Cr, support ranching activities across the expansive Indian Fort Flat.

Significant topographic landmarks punctuate the skyline, including the prominent Indian Ft Ridge and high points such as Mustang Butte, Dead Horse Butte, and the descriptive Crows Nest. In the northeast, the deep incisions of Owyhee Canyon provide a stark contrast to the plateau. Access to this remote rangeland is maintained via unpaved routes such as Skull Creek Rd and Mustang Reservoir Rd, reflecting the sparse, utilitarian infrastructure of southeastern Oregon.