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2013 Map of The Cottonwoods

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of The Cottonwoods
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Umtanum Ridge dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, marking the rugged divide between Kittitas and Yakima Counties. The terrain is defined by a network of seasonal drainages and springs, including Oasis Spring, Wright Spring, and Willow Spring, which sustain the life of the high desert. Settlement is sparse, anchored by named locations like Barnes Cabin in the north and the cluster of The Cottonwoods further south along Roza Creek Rd.

In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the transition from open ridge to localized infrastructure is evident near Freimuth and the Shangri-La Airport. The map traces historical transit corridors such as the Bell Telephone Rd, reflecting the long-standing utility routes that traverse the gaps and hollows like Kelley Hollow. This topographic study provides a clear view of the water-dependent settlement patterns along Wenas Cr and Dry Cr.