2013 Map of Serviceberry Butte

About this map

Serviceberry Butte stands as the central landmark in this high-desert landscape spanning the boundary between Butte and Blaine counties. The area is defined by its scarcity of permanent water, evidenced by the numerous specialized features like Coyote Water Hole, Rocky Point Water Hole, and the dual Rattlesnake Water Holes. These vital points, alongside Muddy Reservoir and Harold Reservoir, suggest a land primarily utilized for livestock grazing rather than dense settlement. Human activity is concentrated around Smith Corrals in the western portion of the quadrangle, connected to the wider region by Pratt Lake Rd. The mapping of these small, named water sources reflects the critical importance of reliable hydration points in the arid Idaho interior during the early 21st century.