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2011 Map of Vernita Bridge

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Columbia River dominates the southern landscape of this Benton County region, where the Vernita Bridge serves as a critical crossing point for State Route 24. This 2011 survey captures an area defined by irrigation infrastructure and rural development, notably featuring the Saddle Mountain Wasteway and Wahluke Wasteway which channel water across the high desert plains. The small settlement of Haven sits near the riverbanks, reflecting the sparse but deliberate habitation patterns of the Hanford Reach area.

Further north, the grid-like road network, including Road 24 SW and Winery Rd, reveals an agricultural landscape supported by these water systems. Landmarks such as the Mattawa Air Strip and Saddle Mountain Lake underscore the blend of utilitarian transport and local geography. This map offers a clear view of the modern infrastructure and drainage systems that sustain the local economy and manage the flow of the Columbia.