2012 Map of Fort Meade

About this map

Fort Meade National Cemetery serves as a significant historical anchor on this landscape just east of the Black Hills. The map details the transition from the city of Sturgis into the high plains, dominated by the prominent geological feature of Bear Butte. The importance of water management and recreation in this arid environment is evident in the presence of Bear Butte Lake, which is fed and drained by a network of seasonal watercourses including Bear Butte Creek and Spring Creek. Small aviation facilities such as Bruch Airfield and Bruch Ranch Airport dot the terrain, reflecting the expansive scale of South Dakota ranching life. For genealogists, the proximity of Bear Butte Cemetery to the national cemetery provides a focal point for tracing local family and military histories within the Meade County area.