2017 Map of Church Butte NW

About this map

Hams Fork meanders through the northeast corner of this high-plains landscape, where historic irrigation efforts are etched into the terrain. The map traces the paths of the Old Mexican Ditch and the lengthy Winslow Hallock and Capen Ditch, reflecting the vital role of water management in Lincoln County's development. These man-made channels contrast with the natural drainage of Zieglers Wash, which cuts across the central and southern sections of the quadrangle. Dominating the northern horizon, the prominent landform of Chrisman Bench provides a clear landmark for researchers studying the geographic layout of these rural townships. The absence of modern urban development highlights the area's continued use as open range and agricultural land, where the grid of the Public Land Survey System defines the ownership and movement across the territory.