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2011 Map of Venator

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Venator
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The South Fork Malheur River carves a path through this high-desert ranching landscape in southeastern Oregon, serving as the central artery for a network of seasonal creeks and drainage draws. The small community of Venator sits at a crossroads where Crane Creek meets the river, connected by the Crane-Venator Rd. This area reflects the essential water management of the Great Basin, with numerous livestock-focused features dotting the terrain.

Remote outposts like Hughes Ranch and Venator Ranch represent the legacy of high-country cattle operations. Water security is mapped through a variety of man-made and natural features, including China Hill Reservoir, Round Mountain Reservoir, and descriptively named sites such as Deep Hole and the Top of the Hill Waterhole. The map illustrates how human activity in Harney County is closely tethered to these sparse, localized water sources.