2011 Map of East Rainy Butte

About this map

De Sart anchors this landscape of the North Dakota badlands, positioned in the southern reaches of Slope County. The terrain is defined by prominent topographical rises, most notably East Rainy Butte and Baldy Butte, which stand as landmarks above the surrounding drainage basins. A network of seasonal and perennial waterways, including Coon Creek, Goose Creek, and Coal Bank Creek, meanders across the section lines, eventually feeding into the Chanta Peta Creek in the southwest. This 2011 survey reflects the enduring rural character of the region, where historical footprints like the Johnson Cemetery near 118th Ave SW remain preserved alongside the strict geometry of the section-line roads. The map illustrates a high-plains environment where water sources and elevation have historically dictated the placement of small settlements and family plots.