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1971 Map of Sixmile Draw

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Sixmile Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge dominates this landscape in southern Oregon, straddling the high desert boundary of Harney Co and Lake Co. The terrain is defined by dramatic escarpments and seasonal drainages, most notably the winding course of Sixmile Draw and Rock Creek. These water features were essential lifelines in an arid environment, supporting early settlement attempts and livestock management.

Evidence of historical land use appears at Poindexter Place, a named site situated near the creek, while the presence of High Rim Waterhole, Outside Waterhole, and the Murphy Waterholes illustrates the critical importance of managed water sources for wildlife and ranching alike. A network of Jeep Trails provides the primary access through this remote territory, navigating between landmarks like Black Rim and the Gray Buttes.