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2011 Map of Rooster Comb

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Rooster Comb
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Owyhee dominates this landscape in Malheur County, its winding waters carving a deep path between distinctive geological formations. This 2011 survey illustrates a remote area characterized by dramatic elevation changes, from the heights of Mahogany Mountain and North Table Mountain to the shores of the reservoir. Remote outposts and seasonal camps are the primary signs of human presence, with Leslie Gulch Camp and Spring Creek Camp providing access points for those traversing this high-desert environment.

The presence of Barnes Cabin and Schaffer Cabin suggests a history of land use tied to ranching or resource management, while numerous named drainages like Slocum Creek and Willow Creek feed into the lake. Notable landmarks such as the Rooster Comb and The Tongue define the local topography. This map provides a detailed view of the infrastructure at Gin Basin Reservoir and the network of access routes, including Leslie Gulch Rd, as they existed early in the 21st century.