2011 Map of Wendt Butte

About this map

Burnt River winds through this high-desert landscape in Malheur County, accompanied by a complex network of irrigation infrastructure such as the Eldorado Ditch, Mill Ditch, and Clement Ditch. These waterways highlight the essential role of water management in a region defined by arid flats and volcanic prominences. The terrain rises from Schofield Flat and Miller Flat toward significant heights at Wendt Butte and Baldy Mountain, where the drainage patterns of Alder Creek and Hugg Creek have carved numerous gulches. For those interested in local history, the Bridgeport Cemetery stands near the northern boundary, while landmarks like Three Pine Butte and Mahogany Flat provide geographic anchors in a terrain crisscrossed by access routes like Malheur Reservoir Rd and Porters Gulch Rd. This 2011 survey illustrates the continued reliance on the historical ditch system for ranching and agriculture.