2014 Map of Half Timber Butte

About this map

Half Timber Butte dominates the southern landscape of this Sioux County quadrangle, rising above a series of drainages that feed into Battle Cr. The terrain is defined by a systematic grid of section-line roads, such as 72nd St SW and 20th Ave SW, which reflect the enduring land use patterns of North Dakota's ranching and agricultural heartland. This 2014 survey documents the geography of the Cannonball District, showing a quiet, open landscape where the winding course of the creek creates the primary natural break in the rectilinear road network. Researchers can observe the subtle elevation changes that define this portion of the northern plains, where the distance between rural routes like 18th Ave SW and 187th Ave SW highlights the sparse, expansive nature of the local settlement.