2020 Map of Sawed Horn

About this map

Sawed Horn and Jug Mtn anchor this high-desert landscape in Lake County, where water resources define the human footprint on the land. In this arid reach of southern Oregon, the map documents a network of critical watering points including Forks Waterhole, Brattain Waterhole Number 10, and Collins Waterhole. These features, along with Kelso Reservoir and Club Reservoir, suggest a landscape shaped by seasonal grazing and ranching requirements. The terrain is marked by significant geological formations such as Euchre Butte and the winding Shell Rock Canyon, which cuts through the volcanic geology of the region. While remote, the area is connected by local routes like Co RD 2-06, providing access to isolated springs such as XL Spring. The detailed contour lines and hydrographic data reflect a quiet, resource-focused geography typical of the Great Basin's western edge.