2011 Map of Ibex Butte

About this map

Ibex Butte and Willow Butte rise above a landscape defined by critical water management in this arid stretch of Crook County. The 2011 survey reveals a complex network of artificial catchments, most notably the Twelvemile Reservoir Number One through Number Four series, which underscores the region's reliance on gathered surface water for ranching or local ecosystems. These reservoirs are complemented by natural features such as Rickman Spring and Juniper Spring, as well as utilitarian sites like Santry Waterhole and Ibex Waterhole. Transport is marked by a series of local roads and trails that navigate between prominent elevations like Ann Butte and Kid Peak. The presence of Buck Creek in the southeast corner and The Cove in the north suggests a varied topography where drainage patterns and distinct landforms have dictated the placement of these vital water resources.