2017 Map of Starbuck East

About this map

The Snake River carves a deep valley through this Columbia County landscape, serving as the border between the southern high plains and the northern uplands of Whitman County. Near the bend in the river, the settlement of Riparia sits along the northern shore, while the southern bank features the wide McGuire Shoal. In the southern portion of the map, the town of Starbuck is positioned where the Tucannon River flows through the canyon bottom. This area is defined by a network of rural routes such as Little Goose Dam Rd and Riveria Rd that navigate the dramatic elevation changes between the river basin and the surrounding plateau. Local landmarks including Smith Hollow and Choke Cherry Canyon illustrate the dissected nature of the terrain, while the Little Goose Lock and Dam Airport highlights the technical infrastructure supporting the river's navigational systems.