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2020 Map of Richmond

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Richmond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Richmond stands as the primary settlement in this high-desert terrain of Wheeler County, situated where the Richmond Rd winds through a landscape of dramatic elevation changes. The area is defined by massive landforms like Butler Mtn to the north and Iron Mtn to the east, while the central portion is dominated by the broad Mahogany Ridge and the open expanse of Floating Prairie.

A complex network of drainages, including Tamarack Cr and Sixshooter Cr, cuts through the terrain, suggesting a history of seasonal water management and livestock grazing. Notable landmarks like Sheet Iron Jack Meadow and Bone Yard Canyon provide specific reference points for researchers interested in the rural land use and naming conventions of this part of Oregon. To the south, Waterman Flat sits near the junction of Parrish Creek Rd, marking the edge of the high plateau before it drops toward neighboring canyons.