2014 Map of Three Creek Butte

About this map

Deschutes National Forest encompasses the entirety of this high-desert landscape in central Oregon, defined by volcanic landmarks and complex water management. The prominent cinder cones of Three Creek Butte and Melvin Butte dominate the local topography, marking the eastern edge of the Cascade Range. This 2014 survey documents the intricate network of forest development roads and logging infrastructure, such as the B-5 Logging Rd and Nat For Dev Rd 1610, which crisscross the timberlands. Water distribution is a central theme of the map, illustrating how historical irrigation systems like Smith Ditch, Maxwell Ditch, and Snow Cr Ditch divert flows from Whychus Creek to support the arid region. The presence of Black Pine Spring and Melvin Spring provides critical natural water points amidst the forest's extensive road network and seasonal drainages like Brush Draw.