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1962 Map of Rock Creek Reservoir

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Rock Creek Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The eastern slopes of Mt Hood National Forest define this landscape, where early pioneer routes and water management infrastructure intersect in Wasco County. The historic Barlow Road winds through the southern terrain near Immigrant Spring, marking the path of the final overland leg of the Oregon Trail. This 1962 field-checked survey highlights the significance of water to the region, featuring the Rock Creek Reservoir and an intricate network of irrigation channels like Threemile Ditch and the Lost Boulder Ditch.

Resource extraction and seasonal settlement are evident through labels such as Wamic Mill Road and recreational or work sites like Codys Camp and Bus Point. To the south, the White River carves a deep valley below Smock Prairie, illustrating the dramatic transition from forested uplands to the high prairie. The map provides a clear record of mid-century forest access, including the Grasshopper Road and various jeep trails serving the rugged northern reaches of the Deschutes River basin.