2017 Map of Horse Butte

About this map

Bruneau Desert terrain defines this portion of Owyhee County, where the landscape is shaped by arid drainage patterns and isolated water sources. The map reveals a high-desert environment where ephemeral watercourses like Sailor Cr navigate through volcanic and sedimentary features. Significant landmarks include the elevated profile of Horse Butte and its associated Horse Butte Storage Tank, indicating the infrastructure necessary for managing water in this dry ranching or rangeland district. The presence of Felix Reservoir and Sailor Cr Lake further highlights the critical importance of water catchment systems in a region dominated by sagebrush and open range. These features, along with Juniper Draw, provide specific points of reference for understanding the geography and historical land use of this remote section of southwestern Idaho.