1971 Map of Half Timber Butte

About this map

Half Timber Butte stands as the primary landmark in this section of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation during the early 1970s. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Battle Creek, which cuts through the high plains of Sioux County. This survey reflects a sparsely populated area where human activity is largely represented by intermittent water sources like the marked Well and a network of fence and field lines identified via aerial photography. The map provides a detailed view of the Missouri River Basin’s development program, illustrating the topographic relief and drainage patterns that dictated land use in this remote portion of North Dakota before further modern infrastructure changes.