2017 Map of Stinkingwater Pass

About this map

Stinkingwater Pass and the surrounding Stinkingwater Mountains characterize this high-desert landscape in Harney County. The distribution of water sources is the primary indicator of human activity and land use, with numerous named springs and reservoirs scattered across the terrain. Notable watering points such as Buchanan Springs, Crystal Spring, and Indian Grade Spring suggest a history tied to livestock and ranching. The presence of several man-made impoundments, including Juniper Spring Reservoir, Lazy Man Reservoir, and Steer Ridge Reservoir, further illustrates the ongoing efforts to manage water in this arid environment. Transportation through the area is defined by the central highway crossing the pass and secondary routes like Pine Creek Rd, connecting broad, flat areas such as Sagebrush Flat and Negro Flat to the mountain drainage systems of Pine Cr and Little Rock Cr.