2023 Map of McCain Creek

About this map

Mahogany Mountain and the high ridges of Gunsight Pass anchor this remote corner of Malheur County, where the landscape is defined by its water management and sparse desert springs. The 2023 terrain reveals an intricate network of irrigation and storage, including McCain Reservoir Number One, McCain Reservoir Number Two, and the smaller Shell Rock Reservoir. These features, alongside named water sources like Moonshine Spring and Grasshopper Spring, highlight the essential infrastructure required for life and livestock in this arid environment. Navigation through the complex topography of The Tongue and Lake Shell Rock is facilitated by local routes such as Mahogany Rd and Blowout Reservoir Rd. This modern survey provides a detailed view of the watershed as it exists today, tracing the flow of McCain Creek and Cove Creek through the high-desert canyons.