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1953 Map of Picture, 1963 Print
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1953 Map of Picture

USGS Topo · Published 1963

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The John Day River carves a deep path through the high desert of Central Oregon, defining the geological character of the Wheeler and Grant county line. This mid-century survey reveals a landscape where ranching life and scientific preservation coexist. The map highlights the early footprints of the John Day Fossil Beds State Park and the Picture Gorge Fossil Beds State Park, protecting world-renowned paleontological sites like Goose Rock and Sheep Rock.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.8 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain