2016 Map of South Rattlesnake Butte

About this map

South Rattlesnake Butte stands as the primary landmark in this section of Las Animas County, overlooking a terrain defined by deep incisions like Rattlesnake Canyon and Jones Lake Canyon. Water management is central to this arid landscape, evidenced by the presence of Baker Reservoir and smaller livestock-related features such as Cordova Tank. The map reveals a network of natural water sources vital for ranching and local wildlife, including Big Dripping Spring, Little Dripping Spring, and Jones Lake Spring. A sparse road system, primarily consisting of routes like Co RD 77 and Co RD 90, connects these isolated points. The boundary between Huerfano and Las Animas counties crosses the northwestern corner, cutting through the high ground of the butte. From Cordova Mesa to the winding Tejana Arroyo in the south, the topography highlights a series of canyons and drainage systems that have dictated the placement of tracks and water improvements in this part of Colorado.