2014 Map of Cow Butte

About this map

Cow Butte rises as the primary landmark in this corner of Apache Co, Arizona, where a complex network of seasonal drainages and Bureau of Indian Affairs routes crisscross the desert. The landscape is defined by the hydrological patterns of Tsitah Wash and Toh Dahstini Wash, which flow across the high plateau. An essential water source, Toh Dahstini Spring, is located south of the butte, indicating the vital points of survival in this arid environment. Transportation through the region relies on Us-160, which cuts through the southern half of the quadrangle, and several local connectors like CO Road C47 and Bia-5035. The map also captures the path of Dry Farm Wash and Tso Tsosic Wash, showing how natural erosion and man-made roads negotiate the drainage basins of the Shiprock Agency area.