2017 Map of South Fork Reservoir

About this map

South Fork Reservoir and the high desert basins of Harney County define this landscape, characterized by a complex network of water management features designed for the arid environment. The S Fork Malheur River winds through the western terrain, flanked by ranching infrastructure such as Norman Ranch Rd and Malheur Cave Rd. The map reveals a high concentration of small, named catchments like Dewdrop Reservoir, Jewell Reservoir, and Reeds Basin Reservoir, which highlight the critical importance of water rights and livestock management in this eastern Oregon region. Notable topographical landmarks including Red Mtn and the expansive Barren Valley provide orientation within the vast, open rangeland. Features such as the S Fork Waterhole and various drainages like Pollock Draw and Big Gulch further illustrate the seasonal hydrology and land use patterns of this remote interior plateau.