2013 Map of Circular Butte

About this map

Circular Butte dominates the northeastern landscape of this high desert terrain in southeastern Idaho, marking a distinct volcanic feature in a region defined by water management and transit routes. The hydrology of the area is characterized by terminal drainage systems, notably the Birch Creek Sinks where Birch Cr terminates after flowing south along Birch Creek Rd. To the west, the Dry Channel Big Lost River illustrates the intermittent nature of water in this basin, bisected by modern infrastructure like Pole Line Rd and Snake Ave. The map details a grid of specialized desert transit, including Cinder Butte Rd, Sand Dune Rd, and the McKinley Blvd corridor. These names suggest the geological and historical character of the terrain, while the intersection of Butte and Jefferson counties follows the township and range lines through the sagebrush and lava fields.