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2017 Map of Susanville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Galena and the nearby settlement of Susanville sit in the northern reaches of the Malheur National Forest, where the terrain is defined by the winding course of the Middle Fork John Day River. This interior Oregon landscape is marked by deep canyons and gulches, including Cole Canyon and Buck Gulch, which drain into the river system. The presence of the Galena Cem and named flats like Whisky Flat suggests the historical footprint of earlier mining and ranching activities that once dominated this remote section of Grant County.

Water sources are vital landmarks across this high-elevation terrain, with numerous springs such as Ogilvie Spring and Sky Scraper Spring providing essential hydrology. The map also captures several distinct geological features, from the prominent Chattanooga Mtn to the curious formation at Arch Rock. These natural landmarks, alongside a network of forest development roads, provide a clear record of how this forested region has been navigated and managed for timber and recreation.