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2014 Map of Lost Basin

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Lost Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Lost Basin sits within the high-relief landscape of Baker County, where the Burnt River cuts through the deeply carved Burnt River Canyon. This 2014 survey reveals a territory defined by complex drainage systems and water management, evidenced by the presence of Banks Ditch and reservoirs like Kirby Reservoir and True Blue Reservoir. The land use is heavily tied to the terrain, with agricultural activity likely following the floor of Durkee Valley while the surrounding heights, including Sheep Mtn, are marked by numerous springs and waterholes.

Named natural features suggest a history of local exploration and resource identification, from Brouchaux Gulch in the south to Hooker Gulch further north. The map traces the winding paths of essential waterways such as Reagan Cr, Sinker Cr, and the N Fork Dixie Cr, which sustain the various springs scattered across the township lines. Historic routes such as Alder Creek Rd and French Creek Rd provide the primary access through this dissected mountain landscape.