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2014 Map of Burning Mine Butte

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Burning Mine Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this portion of McKenzie County, revealing a landscape defined by an intricate drainage system of seasonal creeks and high-plains relief. The topography is anchored by prominent landmarks such as Burning Mine Butte and Mile Butte, while the Poker Jim Cem provides a specific point of genealogical interest in the southern reaches of the quadrangle.

Economic activity in the early 21st century is represented by the Bowline Creek Oil Field in the northeast, marking the industrial footprint on this otherwise open range. The drainage pattern is complex, with the N Branch Bowline Cr and S Branch Bowline Cr carving through the grassland, eventually meeting near the Bowline Creek main stem. Other significant waterways like Bridger Cr, Cedar Cr, and the winding E Hay Draw Cr illustrate the hydrologic network that has shaped this ranching and energy-producing region.