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2020 Map of Shaniko Junction

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Shaniko Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Shaniko Junction marks the convergence of transport routes in this high-desert landscape of North Central Oregon. This modern survey illustrates a region defined by its complex drainage systems and plateau breaks, where water sources like Cottonwood Springs and ephemeral streams such as Tenmile Creek and Pole Creek carve deep incisions into the earth. The naming of canyons like Boardtree Canyon and Cow Canyon reflects the area's agricultural and ranching foundations.

Elevations rise toward the Criterion Summit in the northwest, while the Shaniko Flats offer a relatively level expanse for the Shaniko Cattle Airport. The map traces the rugged path of the S Junction Rd as it descends through the terrain, providing a look at how contemporary infrastructure navigates the legacy of the land's natural contours. This survey serves as a record of the enduring rural character of Wasco County, from the depths of Deep Canyon to the heights of the summit.