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1997 Map of Buckskin Butte

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Buckskin Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2001
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2001

About this map

The Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this portion of McKenzie County, revealing a landscape defined by ranching and high plains topography. Several family-named properties, including Storm Ranch, R Mead Ranch, and Sipe Ranch, are located throughout the drainages, indicating the dispersed nature of human settlement in this era. The terrain is marked by prominent landmarks such as Teepee Butte and Buckskin Butte, while industrial activity is noted at the Scoria Pit and Gravel Pit.

Outdoor recreation and access are highlighted by the Maah Daah Hey Trail and the Meridian National Recreation Trail, which cross the grasslands. The hydrology of the area centers on Beicegel Creek and Cottonwood Creek, which have carved the coulees and draws that characterize the region. Water sources for livestock and residences are specifically identified through several instances of Well and the named Carson Well and Bennett Creek in the northern reach.