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2011 Map of Sandhill Crossing

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Black Butte and Green Mountain anchor this high-country landscape in Klamath County, where the hydrological network of the upper Sprague River basin is the primary defining characteristic. The convergence of the North Fork Sprague River and the East Fork Sprague River dictates the local geography, supported by numerous drainage systems including Sheepy Creek, Mud Creek, and Paradise Creek.

Signs of human activity are sparse but significant, centered on remote outposts like Sandhill Crossing, the B K Corral, and Ryan Cabin. The presence of reliable water sources, such as Book Spring, Last Chance Spring, and Mud Spring, suggests the area's importance for cattle ranging and seasonal resource management. This topographic survey captures the intricate mesh of Forest Service roads and watercourses that facilitate access to this isolated interior region.