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2011 Map of Creston Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Creston Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Creston Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this section of Lincoln County, defined by a network of drainage ways and seasonal water sources. The landscape is characterized by its intermittent water features, including the meandering path of Sinking Creek and several isolated basins such as Baring Lake and Lone Pine Lake. These water sources, alongside Marquette Spring and Baring Spring, likely served as vital hubs for early ranching and agricultural operations in this arid region of Washington.

The human imprint on the land is most visible through a rigid grid of rural roads, many named for local families or landmarks. Routes like Swanson School Rd E and Sherman Draw Rd N indicate a history of localized rural development and community infrastructure. The proximity of Blenz Spring and various draws suggests how early settlers navigated the terrain, prioritizing proximity to reliable water while following the section lines that define the modern high-desert landscape.