2014 Map of Palomino Lake

About this map

Saddle Butte Lava Field dominates the high desert landscape of Malheur County, revealing a volcanic topography marked by the Saddle Butte Lava Tube in the northeastern reaches. This arid environment is defined by intermittent water sources and specialized drainage patterns, where Ryegrass Cr and Scott Butte Cr navigate the volcanic terrain. In the south-central portion, the namesake Palomino Lake and the nearby Sheephead Reservoir provide critical water collection points for the region. Human presence is limited to the skeletal infrastructure of the high desert, primarily traced along Iron Mountain Rd and the corridor of Or-78. The map detail captures the unique township adjustments of the area, including the narrow strip of t30 1/2s r38e, highlighting the complexities of early surveying in the Oregon desert.