2003 Map of Kachess Lake

About this map

Kachess Lake dominates the central landscape of this Kittitas County survey, showing the complex water management and recreation infrastructure of the early 21st century. The map details the Kachess Dam and Kachess Gaging Station at the southern end, where the lake feeds into the Yakima River valley. To the south, the settlement of Easton is shown adjacent to Lake Easton State Park and the Easton State Airport, illustrating a region heavily utilized for both public transport and state-managed outdoor recreation. The surrounding terrain is defined by the high peaks of the Wenatchee National Forest, including Thorp Mountain and Thomas Mountain. Geologic interest is found in the northern basins and local industry is marked by a Quarry near the Silver Creek drainage. The mapping of The Mountains to Sound Greenway reflects a contemporary focus on conservation and corridor management during this era.