1953 Map of Richmond

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Richmond and Waterman anchor this mid-century view of Wheeler County, where the landscape is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages and high meadows. The ranching and upland character of the era is evident in features like the Sixshooter Ranch and the expansive Bearway Meadow. The geography is shaped by prominent heights such as Butter Mountain and Juniper Butte, while the drainage systems of Indian Creek and Mountain Creek carve through the terrain. A notable level of detail is given to small, essential water sources like Dippie Spring and Mud Spring, which were vital for livestock and homesteading in this part of Oregon. Transportation is represented by a network of unimproved roads and a Landing Strip near Fopiano Hollow Creek, illustrating the remote connectivity of these rural communities just after the war.