2010 Map of Two Buttes Reservoir

About this map

Two Buttes Reservoir dominates the southern landscape of this Baca County region, held in place by the Two Buttes Dam. This high plains area is defined by a dendritic drainage system where North Butte Creek, South Mule Creek, and Two Butte Creek carve through the terrain. The map captures a primarily rural, agricultural layout organized by a strict grid of county roads, including County Road H and County Road 14. Local history is anchored by the Butte Cemetery located near the center of the quadrangle, serving the small community of Two Buttes. The transition from the flat tablelands to the recessed riverbeds and the artificial lake provides a clear view of how water management has shaped settlement and land use in this part of southeastern Colorado.