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1980 Map of Capitol Rock

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Capitol Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Custer National Forest spans the border between Montana and South Dakota in this 1980 survey, characterized by the dramatic prominence of Capitol Rock. This landscape is defined by its water resources, with dozens of named springs such as Livingstone Spring, Old Mill Spring, and Capitol Rock Spring dotting the terrain. These water sources historically supported local ranching and early settlement efforts in the Carter County backcountry.

Evidence of human activity is scattered across the range, from the Plainview Sch near Whitcomb Draw to the Wickham Gulch Campground. Irrigation and livestock management are reflected in landmarks like Lindsey Reservoir and Bucholtz Reservoir. The southeastern portion of the map transitions into more level terrain near the Little Missouri River, while the Black Hills Meridian serves as a primary survey reference for the region.