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Harney Basin Map

By Oregon Water Science Center 2022 (approx.)
Lowlands with Harney and Malheur Lake. Uplands on the north and south. Highway 20 runs E & W through the center.
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Detailed Description

Location and major geographic features in the Harney Basin, southeast Oregon. Surface water flowing from upland to lowland areas in streams is the primary source of recharge to groundwater beneath lowland areas. Recharge from precipitation falling on lowland areas is minimal.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

Gingerich and others, 2022 Fact-Sheet.