2020 Map of Richland

About this map

Eagle Valley serves as a fertile agricultural hub in this high-desert landscape, dominated by the communities of Richland and New Bridge. This 2020 USGS survey illustrates a complex network of historical irrigation features, including the Posy Valley Ditch, Newey Young Ditch, and L N Young Ditch, which harness the waters of Eagle Cr to sustain local ranching. To the south, the Powder River flows toward the extensive Brownlee Reservoir, while the northern portion of the quadrangle ascends into the protected timberlands of the Whitman National Forest. Researchers can find evidence of early regional development through landmarks like the Eagle Valley Cem and numerous named drainages such as Town Gulch and Foster Gulch. The road network, featuring Hoover Grade and Sparta Rd, highlights the primary routes connecting these isolated valley settlements to the broader Baker County region.