2012 Map of Battle Creek Butte

About this map

Battle Creek Butte stands as a prominent landmark in this corner of Butte County, anchoring a landscape defined by an intricate drainage system. The terrain is marked by the winding paths of Battle Cr, Porcupine Cr, and Antelope Cr, which carve through the high plains. Movement through this part of South Dakota is facilitated by local routes such as Camp Crook Rd and the legacy of Old Hwy 85, which runs north-south through the eastern portion of the sheet. The area around Hawks Nest Draw illustrates the remote, open character of the region, where water sources and topographic relief dictated the placement of early roads and ranch boundaries. This 2012 survey provides a clear view of the natural watercourses and sparse infrastructure in a region where the land itself remains the primary feature of interest.