1971 Map of Indian Spring

About this map

Indian Spring and a vast network of water sources anchor this remote high-desert landscape in Oregon's Gilliam County as recorded in 1971. The terrain is deeply incised by complex drainages, most notably Devils Canyon and Ferry Canyon, which dictate the placement of local infrastructure. Named springs such as Freezeout Spring, Simmons Spring, and the uniquely titled Dipping Vat Spring suggest a historical reliance on these specific points for livestock and survival in an otherwise arid environment.