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2011 Map of Poison Creek Slough

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Poison Creek Slough
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Harney Valley and the broader Harney Basin define this landscape, where complex water systems manage the flow across the high desert terrain. The drainage network is characterized by numerous slow-moving watercourses, including Poison Creek Slough, Embree Slough, and Chapman Slough, which interact with the East Fork Silvies River. This hydrologic pattern suggests a history of flood management and irrigation essential for the agricultural use of the valley floor.

Transportation and infrastructure are anchored by the Burns Municipal Airport and a grid of local roads named for early landmarks and agricultural sites, such as Red Barn Ln and Old Experiment Station Rd. To the north, the elevation rises toward Sand Hill, offering a contrast to the flat, canal-laced basin. The presence of Steens Mountain Vw reflects the regional importance of the nearby range as a dominant geographical marker for local residents.