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2014 Map of Shady Cove

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Shady Cove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Rogue River carves a central path through this section of Jackson County, anchoring the town of Shady Cove as it appeared in the early 21st century. The landscape is a complex network of water management and rural aviation, featuring infrastructure like the Medford Aqueduct and the Hammel Lateral that divert water across the terrain. Numerous small-scale water bodies, including Hammel Reservoir, Todd Reservoir, and Humphrey Reservoirs, indicate a heavily managed hydraulic environment, likely supporting the local agricultural and ranching operations evidenced by the East Oregon Cattle Company Airport.

Cultural landmarks and family-named sites offer significant value for genealogical research, with Johnson Cem located north near the river and Reese Creek Cem situated further south toward Mosser Mtn. Notable geographical features such as Murderer Gulch, Vestal Butte, and Nichols Gap define the elevations surrounding the river valley. The river crossing at Dodge Bridge remains a focal point for local transportation, connecting the network of rural roads like Dodge Rd and Butte Falls Hwy that weave through the foothills.