2011 Map of Opal City

About this map

Opal City and the expanding development of Crooked River Ranch anchor this high-desert landscape in Jefferson County. The map details a transition from traditional agricultural infrastructure, such as the North Main Unit Canal, to modern residential grids. The Crooked River Ranch Post Office serves as a central landmark for a community characterized by its proximity to the winding Crooked River and several prominent geological formations, including Juniper Butte and Haystack Butte. In the northeast corner, Haystack Reservoir stands as a primary water feature, while several named springs like Nichols Spring and Meralle Spring dot the more arid sections. The road network reflects a mixture of rural highways and suburban-style street naming, indicating the area's growth in the early 21st century. Researchers will find a distinct contrast between the older agricultural canals and the emerging street patterns that define this part of the Oregon interior.