1997 Map of Deep Creek South

About this map

The Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this landscape in Slope County, where the topography is defined by the drainages of Deep Creek and Sand Creek. The map documents a sparsely populated ranching region during the late 1990s, characterized by isolated holdings such as the HT Ranch, Fischer Ranch, and other unnamed ranch sites. The terrain is notably marked by Round Top Butte, a prominent landmark amidst a network of 4wd tracks that serve as the primary means of navigating the backcountry. Civil divisions including Richland Center and Harper Slope Center are recorded, though these labels represent township-level survey units rather than concentrated towns. This survey reflects the persistence of large-scale cattle ranching and public land management, with small-scale industrial activity present at a Gravel Pit near the northern boundary.