2011 Map of Elephant Butte

About this map

Elephant Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this 2011 survey of the Fort Defiance Agency landscape. The terrain is defined by its drainage patterns, most notably Johns Draw, which carves through the eastern portion of the quadrangle. Transportation across this portion of Arizona is facilitated by a network of tribal roads, including Indian Rte-15, Indian Rte-9846, and Indian Rte-9843. These routes follow the natural contours of the land, connecting the high desert reaches of Navajo and Apache counties. The map illustrates the sparsely settled nature of the region, focusing on the essential relationship between the few improved roadways and the distinctive geological features that serve as local navigational markers.