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2014 Map of Vinson

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Vinson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Vinson serves as the focal point for this section of Umatilla County, situated along the banks of Butter Cr. The landscape is defined by a dense network of drainage systems, where deep ravines like Vinson Canyon and Rancheree Canyon carve into the high plateau. Genealogists and local historians will find the Vinson Cem positioned near the settlement, marking the presence of early residents in this agricultural corridor. The map reveals a transition from the narrow valley floors to broad upland areas such as Whittaker Flats, reflecting the region's reliance on these varied landforms for ranching and passage.

Transportation through the terrain is facilitated by Or-74 and a series of rural routes including Gurdane Rd and Butter Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the canyons. The presence of Webb Slough and E Fork Butter Cr highlights the intricate water management required in this part of Oregon. From the northern reaches of Alkali Canyon to the southern depths of Carney Canyon, the survey documents a landscape where land use is dictated by the dramatic rise and fall of the Columbia Plateau's edge.