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1968 Map of Mud Lake Reservoir

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Mud Lake Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Mud Lake Reservoir sits at the heart of this high desert landscape in Lake County, where water management defines the arid terrain. The 1968 field survey reveals a system of catchments and natural basins, including the expansive Long Lake and smaller, specifically named water sources like Heads Waterhole and Barry Spring. The topography is dominated by the steep ascent of Fisher Canyon and the prominent Little Juniper Mtn to the east, illustrating the stark relief of the Great Basin region.

A network of primitive tracks and the Jeep Trail crisscross the valley floors of Fairy and Flat, connecting isolated landmarks such as Badger Hole and the M C Reservoir. These labels reflect a history of ranching and seasonal water use, where every spring and reservoir served as a critical waypoint. The presence of features like Horsehead Lake and Famine Lake further underscores the environmental challenges and local nomenclature of this remote Oregon interior.