2010 Map of Shields SE

About this map

North Fork Walnut Creek and its various tributaries define the rural geography of this portion of Lane County. The landscape is characterized by a high-plains drainage system where Cottonwood Creek, Middle Fork Walnut Creek, and Wild Horse Creek carve subtle paths through the terrain. This environment reflects a sparse settlement pattern dominated by a precise section-line road network, indicating the area's long-standing agricultural focus. Named routes such as Rowdy Rd, Vista Rd, and N Wichita provide the primary infrastructure for the dispersed farmsteads and open spaces. The map captures the intersection of natural hydrology and human-imposed geometry, showing how local transit routes like Quantum and Scout navigate the gentle breaks of the high plains.