1981 Map of Trout Creek Canyon

About this map

Trout Creek Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Harney County, Oregon, during a period defined by ranching and remote land management. The presence of the Adrian Place and a simple Corral suggest the region's historical reliance on livestock and seasonal grazing. Water management is critical in this arid environment, evidenced by the Chalk Canyon Reservoir, a series of named springs including L C Spring and Spring (Hot), and an early Aqueduct. Several Prospects are noted in the vicinity of Chalk Canyon, indicating historical mineral exploration. This 1981 survey also documents essential infrastructure for a remote watershed, such as the Gaging Station on Trout Creek and multiple water tanks used to support both range animals and local operations.