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2020 Map of Southwest Harney Lake

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Southwest Harney Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Harney Lake dominates the upper-right portion of this 2020 survey, revealing a landscape defined by isolated water sources in a high desert environment. The northwestern sector is characterized by Warm Springs Valley, where concentrated hydrology supports several named springs, including Upper Sizemore Spring, Lower Sizemore Spring, and Soldier Spring. These features suggest a history of vital watering points for livestock or travelers moving through this arid region of Harney County.

To the south, the terrain levels out into Basque Flat and Weed Lake Flat, highlighting the ranching heritage reflected in local place names. Notable man-made or improved water features like the Basey Spring Reservoir and the Weed Lake-Butte (Waterhole) underscore the importance of water management on the high plains. Two primary unpaved thoroughfares, S Harney Rd and S Harney Lake Rd, provide the only significant access through this open country.