2024 Map of Moon Reservoir

About this map

Silver Creek Valley defines the drainage patterns of this high-desert landscape, where ephemeral water sources and carefully managed reservoirs dictate the rhythm of life in Harney County. The topography is dominated by distinct basaltic elevations, notably the Battleground Buttes and the sweeping arc of Coyote Rim. Between these heights, a network of named water features like Moon Reservoir, Dusenberry Lake, and Antelope Reservoir highlights the critical importance of water storage in this arid environment. The presence of Homestead Hole and Carvix Reservoir suggests specific points of human effort to harness the seasonal flow of Silver Creek for ranching and agriculture. Smaller, isolated basins such as Wild Horse Lake and Rock Lake sit at the northern edge of the survey, while Trap Springs provides a rare natural point of interest in the southern reaches of the quadrangle.