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2017 Map of Miranda Flat

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Miranda Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Steens Mtn dominates the western portion of this high desert landscape, giving way to the sprawling expanse of Miranda Flat. This area in Harney County is defined by its complex drainage network, where numerous seasonal watercourses like Buena Vista Cr, Mosquito Cr, and Cottonwood Cr flow toward the lower basins. The presence of Big Springs and the eastern edge of Big Basin highlight the critical water sources and geological depressions that have long shaped land use in this arid environment.

Transportation through this isolated corridor relies on the Fields-Denio Rd, which serves as a primary north-south artery. Branching tracks such as Steens Mann Lake Well Rd and E Steens Rd suggest the region's reliance on localized access for ranching and resource management. The map details a transition from steep mountain slopes to flat valley floors, providing a clear record of the area's hydrology and sparse infrastructure.