2020 Map of Shady Cove

About this map

The Rogue River defines the valley landscape of this region, providing the primary axis for development and irrigation. In the northern reaches, the community of Shady Cove serves as a central hub, supported by local infrastructure like the Shady Cove Airpark and the Johnson Cem. The map reveals a complex water management system essential for the area's agriculture and ranching, featuring the Medford Aqueduct and numerous storage sites such as Gates Reservoir, Hammel Reservoir, and the Todd Reservoir. This network of canals, including the Hammel Lateral and Pettegrew Lateral, illustrates how the land was engineered for productivity. Further south, the East Oregon Cattle Company Airport and the crossing at Dodge Bridge highlight the intersection of aviation and historic river transit. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations like Mosser Mtn and Vestal Butte, which overlook the various gulches and gap features that characterize this portion of Jackson County.