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2017 Map of Short Bow Creek West

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Short Bow Creek West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Pass Creek Basin anchors this expansive section of Jackson County, where a complex network of seasonal drainages and local springs defines the topography. The landscape is marked by subtle but distinct features like Half Dome and several named water sources including Hill Spring, North Spring, and Rooks Spring. These reliable points of interest would have been vital landmarks for early ranchers and travelers in this semi-arid region.

A network of local routes, including Pass Creek Rd and Co Rd 15, provides access through the various creek valleys. Numerous named waterways such as Short Bow Creek, Hume Cr, and Settin Up Cr carve through the terrain, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have shaped the local grazing lands. The map highlights the enduring rural character of the area, largely defined by its natural water features rather than concentrated settlements.