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2017 Map of Monroe Butte

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Monroe Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Mineral sits at the heart of this landscape along the border of Baker and Washington Counties, where the rugged canyonlands of the Snake River meet the western edge of the Payette National Forest. This 2017 study illustrates a complex network of drainage systems, including Dennett Creek and Sturgill Creek, that carve through the high elevations of the Hitt Mountains. The terrain is defined by prominent peaks and ridges such as Iron Mountain, Monroe Butte, and the interestingly named Chinamans Hat.

The presence of Brownlee Reservoir along the western edge highlights the managed water systems of the region. Researchers can trace the path of numerous small tributaries like Wolf Creek and Adams Creek as they descend from summits like McChord Butte. The map also details several remote access routes, including National Forest Development Road 025, providing a clear picture of the modern forest infrastructure and topographically diverse borderlands.