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1951 Map of Moores Hollow

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Moores Hollow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Old Oregon Trail cuts through the northern landscape of this 1951 survey, tracing a path through the high desert terrain of the Moores Hollow region. This area, situated at the confluence of the Snake River and the Malheur River, represents a vital corridor of early Western migration and later agricultural development. The map details the intricate irrigation network essential to the region, including various sections of Canal and Ditch systems, alongside landmarks like Malheur Butte and the Owyhee Hillside.

Infrastructure in the early 1950s is well-documented, from the Union Pacific railroad lines to the Ontario Airport. Local community life is centered around the Ontario Heights School and Ontario Heights Church, while the surrounding geography is defined by numerous draws and gulches, such as Shepherd Gulch and Jacobsen Gulch. Water sources like Wickiup Springs and Alkali Springs highlight the importance of water management in this arid environment.