2021 Map of Bams Butte

About this map

Bams Butte dominates this corner of Harding County, serving as a prominent high point in a landscape defined by seasonal drainages and a sprawling grid of township and range lines. The terrain is etched by several watercourses including Double X Cr in the north and the winding Meathook Cr, which meanders across the central and southern sections. This area of South Dakota represents a high plains ranching environment where infrastructure is minimal, consisting primarily of section-line routes and specialized paths like the Limpert Fire Trl. The network of rural roads such as Park Rd and J B Rd provides the primary access across these open reaches, illustrating the expansive and sparsely populated nature of the region. This 2021 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey details the hydrography and elevation of Wolf Cr and surrounding draws.