2020 Map of Rinehart Canyon

About this map

Owyhee River flows through a landscape defined by dramatic canyons and a sophisticated system of high-desert water management in Malheur County. The river's path is carved deeply into Owyhee Canyon, while the surrounding plateau is dotted with numerous small-scale reservoirs such as Gallagher Reservoir, Bower Miller Reservoir, and Stanfield Reservoir. These water features, alongside Rinehart Spring and Hoot Owl Spring, suggest a long-standing reliance on irrigation and livestock watering in this arid region. Human activity is marked by Rinehart Ranch Rd and Miller Ln, providing access to distinct topographic landmarks like Iron Point and Jackson Hole. This 2020 survey illustrates how the drainage patterns of Jackson Cr and Mud Cr continue to shape the utility and settlement of this part of eastern Oregon.