2017 Map of Van

About this map

The settlement of Van anchors this high-desert landscape in Harney County, positioned along the Van-Drewsey Rd where the waters of Wolf Cr and Calamity Cr meet. This 2017 survey reveals an intricate network of springs and drainage systems vital to the region's ranching and natural history, including the Cleveland Ditch and the Duck Cr Reservoir. Much of the terrain is dominated by the Malheur National Forest, where labels indicate a long history of named water sources such as Little Britches Spring, Diamond J Spring, and McElroy Spring. The topography rises toward landmarks like Capps Mtn and opens into grazing areas like Potts Field. This map provides a clear view of the complex water rights and forest access roads, such as Gunbarrel Rd and Calamity Rd, that have sustained this portion of the Oregon backcountry for generations.