2012 Map of Baker Spring

About this map

The Belle Fourche River meanders across this high plains landscape in Campbell County, defining a network of drainage systems that support local livestock operations. Cattle ranching is the primary footprint here, with the Mile High Ranch and Willard Ranch established near essential water sources like Baker Spring. The topography is marked by named ephemeral drainages such as Soft Water Draw, Cousins Draw, and Tree Draw, which feed into larger tributaries like Fourmile Cr and All Night Cr. Transport in the early 21st century relies on a sparse grid of rural roads, including Clarkelen Rd and Todd Rd, which connect these dispersed homesteads. This map illustrates the intersection of geography and industry, where the availability of water at landmarks like Spring Cr dictates the placement of long-standing family ranching holdings.