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2011 Map of Wades Bar

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Bryan dominates the center of this landscape, a reservoir of the Snake River that defines the local geography. Small settlements and former landings like Swift, Schultz, and Illia sit along the northern and southern banks, serving as points of reference in an area characterized by deep drainage systems and high ridges. The map reveals a complex network of canyons and bars, including Wades Bar, Swift Bar, and Schultz Bar, which highlight the historical riverbed before the impoundment.

Upland from the water, the terrain is marked by significant topographical features such as Long Hollow Ridge and Lynn Gulch. A web of secondary roads like Penawawa Rd and Lower Deadman Rd provide access to the interior, tracing the path of seasonal watercourses like Penawawa Creek and Casey Creek. This map is particularly useful for understanding the intersection of modern water management and the traditional landforms of the Palouse region.