2011 Map of Mae

About this map

The Potholes dominate the landscape of central Grant County, showcasing a complex geomorphology of depressions and water bodies that define this portion of the Columbia Basin. By the early 21st century, the northern reach of the Potholes Reservoir had established a vast network of wetlands and small islands that stretch south from the settlement of Mae. This area is characterized by a transition from the agricultural grid and small residential clusters like Hiawatha Valley in the north to the increasingly intricate aquatic terrain of the reservoir. The presence of the Moses Lake Sky Ranch near the upper margin suggests the specialized local aviation and recreation history associated with the region's unique topography and the development of the nearby water resources.