2020 Map of Nolin

About this map

The Umatilla River valley defines the central landscape of this Umatilla County quadrangle, where the settlement of Nolin sits at a critical bend in the water's course. This area is a study in hydraulic and transport engineering, featuring the prominent Slusher Canal and a sharp railway Horseshoe Curve that navigates the steep canyon walls. Local history is anchored by the Nolin Cem, located just south of the river, while the surrounding upland plateaus are deeply incised by drainage systems such as Speare Canyon and Mud Spring Canyon. The map reveals a high-desert environment where water sources like Cherry Spring and Mud Spring were essential for early ranching and agricultural development. A grid of county roads, including Moll Rd and Peebler Rd, services the wheat-growing lands that stretch across the northern sections of the map.