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2024 Map of Gorham SW

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Gorham SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this section of the Billings County badlands, revealing a landscape defined by the intricate erosion patterns of the North Dakota plains. The terrain is a network of drainage features like Ash Coulee and Wolf Draw, where elevation changes highlight the deeply carved topography characteristic of the region. In the far southwest corner, a portion of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park boundary is visible, marking a protected pocket of this distinctive environment.

Transportation through this high-relief area relies on a sparse system of rural routes, including Franks Creek Rd and Government Creek Rd. Water sources are vital but limited in this arid stretch, noted by landmarks such as Dawsons Waterhole and the winding paths of Franks Creek and Government Creek. The map provides a clear look at the public land survey system, illustrating the township and range boundaries that organized this territory for grazing and conservation.