1990 Map of Whiskey Mountain

About this map

Whiskey Mountain stands as a central high point in this 1990 survey of the high desert and forest boundary between Grant and Harney counties. This landscape is defined by its water sources, with numerous named springs such as Schoolmam Spring, Ben Brown Spring, and Lethas Spring providing critical resources across the terrain. The map details the transition between the Malheur National Forest and Ochoco National Forest, showing a network of creeks like Spoon Creek and Emigrant Creek that carve through the topography. Notable landmarks include Officer Dam and its associated Officer Reservoir in the northeast, alongside natural features like Whiskey Flat and Sawtooth Meadows. These labels suggest a history of grazing and land management, where small family-named landmarks and essential springs dictated movement through the high country.