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2011 Map of Pothole Butte

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Pothole Butte and the surrounding volcanic terrain of Klamath County are meticulously charted in this study of the Oregon wilderness. The landscape is defined by its series of distinct summits, including Bear Butte, Lookout Butte, and Scout Hill, which rise above a network of waterways and springs. The map documents an extensive system of forest development roads such as Nat For Dev Rd 70 and Nat For Dev Rd 7004, illustrating the management and accessibility of this high-country timberland during the early 21st century.

Water resources are a primary focus, with the source of Pothole Creek and the flow of Bear Creek and Scott Creek providing critical drainage across the quadrangle. In the southeast, the Sand Creek Canal represents a significant modification to the natural hydrology, reflecting the intersection of natural water systems and human engineering in the High Desert region. For researchers, these details offer a precise look at the 2011 state of the land before further environmental or infrastructure changes.