2017 Map of Warm Springs Butte

About this map

Warm Springs Butte and its neighboring volcanic elevations dominate a landscape defined by the intricate hydrology of the Harney Basin. This 2017 survey details a complex network of seasonal waterways, including Ninemile Slough and Malheur Slough, which drain toward the eastern reaches of Malheur Lake. The map reveals a high-desert environment where human infrastructure is largely centered on land management and ranching, evidenced by the rectilinear grid of roads like Crane Blvd and Newton Rd. For local historians and genealogists, the Saddle Butte Cem stands as a significant landmark of the area's rural heritage, situated near the distinctive contours of Saddle Butte. The presence of Hot Springs and the associated Hot Springs Slough further highlight the geothermal characteristics of this unique Oregon interior.