2015 Map of Fort Meade NE

About this map

Bear Butte dominates the northern landscape of this Meade County survey, serving as a prominent geographical anchor amidst the drainage basins of Spring Cr and Bear Butte Cr. The terrain reflects the transition from the high plains into more complex topographical folds, with Cottle Cr and Alkali Cr cutting through the southern sections. This area shows a sparse but organized grid of rural infrastructure, where long-established routes like Nine Mile Rd and Alkali Rd facilitate travel between scattered agricultural holdings. The presence of the Sturgis Municipal Airport on the western edge of the quadrangle highlights the intersection of traditional rangeland with modern transportation needs. Local history and land use patterns are further evidenced by the network of section lines and roads such as Titan Rd and 207th St, which trace the legacy of the Public Land Survey System in South Dakota.