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2023 Map of Jackson Summit

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Jackson Summit
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Jackson Summit dominates this high-altitude landscape in Malheur County, where a network of seasonal water management is essential for the region's ranching interests. The map details an intricate drainage system including the North Fork Jackson Creek and Middle Fork Jackson Creek, which feed into specialized catchments like the Jackson Cr Reservoir and Jackson Summit Reservoir. These man-made features, alongside named springs like Jasper Spring and Potato Water Spring, reveal how water is harnessed in this arid environment.

Prominent landforms such as High Peak and the distinctive Sugarloaf rise above a series of deep cuts including Sunflower Canyon and Little Louise Canyon. The infrastructure is sparse, characterized by primitive routes like Jackson Creek Rd and Nouque Ranch Rd, illustrating the isolation of this corner of southeastern Oregon. Genealogists and local historians can trace the specific boundaries of public land surveys and the locations of geographic markers such as Hole-in-the-Ground.