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2020 Map of Johnson Heights

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Johnson Heights
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Johnson Heights sits atop the high ground of central Wheeler County, where the high-desert drainages of the Blue Mountains converge. The terrain is defined by a dense network of seasonal and perennial waters, including the creatively named Hide and Seek Cr and Yellow Jacket Cr. These creeks carve deep into the plateau, forming landmarks like Indian Hollow and Smith Hollow. The map reveals a land utilized for remote ranching and transit, centered on the Parrish Creek Rd corridor.

Prominent peaks such as Steamboat Mtn overlook expansive areas like Waterman Flat, reflecting a landscape where geography dictates the sparse human presence. The drainage patterns of Parrish Cr and Tamarack Cr show the complexity of the watershed leading toward the John Day River basin. This survey provides a clear look at the topography and land divisions of the early 21st century, detailing the isolated settlements and named natural features that anchor this part of Oregon.