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2015 Map of Black Horse Butte

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Black Horse Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Athboy sits within a landscape defined by the drainage systems of the Missouri River plateau, where the Grand River National Grassland preserves the open prairie character of Corson County. The terrain is marked by prominent landforms such as Black Horse Butte, which serves as a navigational anchor for the surrounding area. A network of seasonal waterways including First Creek, Second Creek, and Third Creek carve through the high plains, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have historically shaped ranching and land use in this part of South Dakota.

Local transportation is represented by Twin Butte Rd, which provides access through the expansive grassland. The map details various creek systems like Black Horse Butte Cr, Darling Cr, and Beef Cr, showing how water resources dictated the original survey and settlement of the Rock Creek District. This 2015 survey reflects the enduring rural structure of the region, where large-scale conservation and traditional land management coexist.