2013 Map of Nine Canyon

About this map

Horse Heaven Hills dominate this portion of Benton County, where the high basalt plateau is deeply dissected by drainage systems like Nine Canyon and Fourmile Canyon. The 2013 landscape reflects a mix of traditional dryland agriculture and modern infrastructure, indicated by the network of rural roads such as S Nine Canyon Rd and Les Blair Rd that follow the winding canyon floors and ridgelines. In the northeast, the Division Four Canal skirts around The Butte, illustrating the critical role of water management in this arid region of Washington. The topographic relief captured here shows the sharp transition from the elevated plains of the hills down into the distinct troughs of Switzler Canyon, providing a clear record of the area's geological and developmental layout in the early 21st century.