2020 Map of Captain Butte

About this map

Captain Butte and Table Rock rise above a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainages and seasonal water sources in Owyhee County. This high-desert terrain is marked by the convergence of numerous named creeks, such as Succor Cr and its tributaries, Little Succor Cr and Coyote Cr. The importance of water in this arid environment is evident from the concentration of named springs, including Arrow Spring, Rim Spring, and Texas Basin Spring, which likely served as critical waypoints for local livestock operations and early travelers. To the north, Flattop Butte provides a distinct navigational landmark near McBride Cr. In the southwest, the SW Gate Gulch Reservoir indicates more recent water management efforts near Westgate Gulch, supporting ranching activities in the Texas Basin.