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1995 Map of Partridge Creek

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Partridge Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

The Umatilla National Forest dominates this landscape in northern Oregon, where steep canyons and complex drainages define the area's geography. The Grande Ronde River cuts through the southeastern corner, while a network of named waterways including Eagle Creek, Lookingglass Creek, and Partridge Creek flow from the high timberland. Settlement is sparse, focused around the junction of Palmer Junction Road and Bowman Loop, where the Palmer Junction School once served the local community.

Evidence of the mid-20th-century mountain economy is visible through the presence of a Gravel Pit and a web of forest service routes like Kingsbury Lane and Darr Road. Distinctive natural landmarks such as Balloon Tree and an Ice Cave near the southern boundary provide specific points of interest for those studying the physical history and recreational development of Union County. The map also documents several water sources essential for high-country life, including Darrs Spring, Waight Spring, and Alpine Spring.