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2017 Map of Stemler Ridge

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Stemler Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Juntura and the surrounding high desert terrain are defined by the convergence of water and irrigation infrastructure in a semi-arid landscape. The North Fork Malheur River joins the main Malheur River near the town site, where the Juntura Valley supports agricultural activity facilitated by the Juntura Investment Company Canal and the Townsite Ditch. This network of water management extends across the uplands, marked by numerous named catchments like Adobe Reservoir, Joyce Reservoir, and Stemler Ridge Reservoir.

Rising above the river valleys, the topography includes prominent landmarks such as Beulah Butte and the elongated Stemler Ridge. To the north, the terrain transitions into the Mustang Basin, while the southern reaches feature the distinct Horseshoe Bend of the river. Local infrastructure is noted by crossings like Gwynn Bridge and the Horseshoe Bend Bridge, providing a clear record of the transport and ranching routes that connect these remote Oregon drainages.