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2023 Map of Tin Can Ridge

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Tin Can Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Tin Can Ridge dominates this high-desert landscape of Harney County, where the terrain is defined by a series of north-south canyons and drainage systems. Water sources are the critical landmarks in this arid environment, represented by the Tin Can Spring, Cold Spring, and the seasonally significant Alder Creek Meadow. The mapping reveals a sparse but vital transportation network at the southern edge, where Riverside Rd and Crane-Venator Rd navigate the lowlands near Crane Creek.

The presence of named features like Fir Gulch and Cow Canyon suggests a history of grazing and localized timber use. The eastern portion of the map is shaped by the descent of Little Crane Creek and Coyote Creek, which draw water away from the ridge towards the larger basins. This survey provides a modern look at the traditional range land boundaries established by the Public Land Survey System, including T24S R34E and T25S R35E.