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2010 Map of Shale Butte

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Shale Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Shale Butte dominates this high desert landscape in Lincoln County, where seasonal water sources and isolated infrastructure define the terrain. The 2010 survey records a sparse network of dirt roads and tracks, most notably Shale Butte Rd and Kimama Cave Rd, which provide access to this open range. Small, scattered water bodies such as Mustard Lake, Cottontail Lake, and Shale Butte Lake suggest the intermittent drainage patterns of the Snake River Plain.

Evidence of human habitation and utility is found at the Shale Butte Trappers Cabin and the nearby Shale Butte Water Tank. These features, along with the isolated New Road Lake to the southeast, highlight the area's importance for livestock grazing or seasonal trapping. The map provides a clear look at the topographic contours and access points for researchers interested in the rural land use and isolated landmarks of southern Idaho.