2023 Map of Smeltz

About this map

The Walla Walla Valley defines the northern edge of this Umatilla County landscape, where the terrain transitions into a complex system of deep drainages. Extensive seasonal watercourses like Warm Springs Canyon and Vansycle Canyon carve through the high ground, illustrating a drainage pattern that dictates the placement of local infrastructure. A network of rural routes, including Vansycle Rd and Muller Rd, follows the contours of the land, connecting disparate points like Fruit Spring and the headwaters of Greasewood Creek. The map provides a detailed view of the sectional divisions across townships T6N and T5N, revealing the intersection of physical geography and historical land survey lines. This rural expanse is marked by significant topographical relief, from the low-lying South Ditch to the elevated ridges overlooking Raymond Gulch.