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2020 Map of Sheaville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Sheaville sits near the base of the Owyhee Mountains along the high desert border of Oregon and Idaho. This landscape is defined by its seasonal water sources and topographic relief, featuring prominent elevations like Spring Mtn and the long Thomas Creek Ridge. The map detail reveals a remote ranching and mining environment, where movement is dictated by the drainage of Succor Cr and its various tributaries.

Genealogists and local historians can find numerous named springs and meadows that suggest a long history of cattle grazing and land use, such as Dog Creek Meadow and Spring Creek Meadow. The industrial heritage of the area is represented by Coal Mine Basin, a notable feature in the eastern hills. The network of primitive roads, including Old HWY 95 S, connects these scattered landmarks, while labels like Sticky Joe Spring and Shorthorn Spring reflect the local nomenclature of the region's early inhabitants.