2021 Map of Elephant Butte

About this map

Elephant Butte rises above the high desert of Navajo County, serving as the primary landmark for this sparsely developed landscape. The terrain is defined by the broad expanse of Ives Mesa and the complex drainage systems that carve through the plateau. Watercourses like Bird Springs Wash, Coyote Wash, and Johns Draw illustrate the natural runoff patterns of the region, where seasonal flows have shaped the earth over centuries. Human presence is marked by a network of tribal roads, including Indian Rte 15, Indian Rte 9843, and Indian Rte 9846, which provide the essential transit corridors across these open ranges. This 2021 update from the U.S. Geological Survey offers a clear view of the modern boundaries and infrastructure within the Navajo Nation.