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2017 Map of Riley

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Riley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Riley stands as a primary point of interest in this high desert landscape, positioned at the junction where Chickahominy Cr meets the local road network. The map reveals a land defined by its water management and sparse ranching infrastructure, most notably the Chickahominy Reservoir and the winding course of Silver Cr. These water sources are vital lifelines in the Oregon interior, dictated by the surrounding topography of Juniper Ridge and the volcanic prominence of Shields Butte.

Genealogists and local historians will find value in the location of the Silver Creek Cem and a grid of family-named roads like Oakerman Ln, Dasher Rd, and Dick Miller Rd. The terrain is deeply etched by geographical features such as Gumboot Canyon and Dick Miller Canyon, illustrating the varied elevations of Harney County. This survey reflects the modern rural character of the region, where legacy homesteads and vast townships like t23s r26e meet the rugged natural barriers of the Oregon outback.