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2020 Map of Stearns Butte

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Crooked River carves a deep path through this section of Crook County, anchoring a landscape where early agricultural water management meets modern residential expansion. Historic irrigation efforts are visible in the paths of Baldwin Ditch and Stearns Ditch, which divert water near the prominent Stearns Butte. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological features, including the steep walls of Swartz Canyon and Rocky Canyon, while Chimney Rock stands as a notable landmark overlooking the river's winding course.

Residential developments and aviation infrastructure characterize the eastern plateau, most notably the Dry Creek Airpark and the extensive network of rural roads such as SE Juniper Canyon Rd. Water storage for the area is managed through a series of upland catchments, including Dry Cr Reservoirs and the Dry Cr Number Two Reservoir. This map documents a transition from traditional ranching and irrigation toward recreational and small-scale airfield residential use.