2023 Map of Elephant Butte

About this map

Truth Or Consequences and the sprawling waters of the Elephant Butte Reservoir anchor this 2023 survey of Sierra County. The map details the complex shoreline of the reservoir, including named features like Hot Springs Landing and Lions Beach, which reflect the area's development as a center for recreation and water management. To the south, the city grid of Truth Or Consequences is shown in detail, featuring the Sierra County Courthouse and Hot Springs Cem. The landscape is defined by the Rio Grande flowing south from the massive dam at Elephant Butte, carved into the terrain alongside Cuchillo Negro Creek. Moving inland, the map captures the transition from water to desert, marked by significant elevations like Kettle Top Butte and the rugged drainage of McRae Canyon. Smaller landmarks such as Mims Lake and the Elephant Butte Cem provide valuable points of reference for local history and genealogy.