2011 Map of Prairie Hill

About this map

Prairie Hill stands as a prominent elevation in this high-desert landscape of Crook County, where water management defines the remote terrain. The southern portion of the area is dominated by the winding course of the Crooked River, while a network of seasonal and perennial drainages such as Spring Creek and Meadow Branch feed into several essential catchment points. Features like Dick Reservoir, maintained by Dick Dam, and the nearby Township Reservoir illustrate the critical nature of water storage for ranching operations. The local infrastructure is oriented around livestock and land management, centered on the Dick Ranch and the open expanse of Horse Prairie. Access to these points is provided by a web of rural routes, including Little Horse Heaven Rd and Sand Spring Rd, which connect the isolated homesteads and grazing lands to the larger region.