2011 Map of Unity Reservoir

About this map

Martins Mill and the King Ranch anchor this high-elevation landscape in Baker County, where water management is the central theme of the terrain. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the Unity Reservoir, into which the Middle Fork Burnt River and North Fork Burnt River flow. A network of man-made irrigation features, including Thompson Ditch and the China Creek Ditch, illustrates the historical effort to divert snowmelt from the surrounding peaks to support local agriculture and livestock. In the eastern reaches, Big Flat provides a level expanse for the Big Flat Cemetery, while the surrounding heights are marked by distinctive landmarks like King Mountain and Cottonwood Buttes. The abundance of named springs, such as China Creek Spring and Badger Hole Spring, highlights the critical importance of reliable water sources in this high-desert environment.