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1970 Map of Hanks Gully

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Hanks Gully
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Little Missouri River carves a winding path through the Badlands of western North Dakota, defining the western edge of a landscape shaped by intricate drainage systems and striking topographic elevations. This 1970 survey captures the transition between the McKenzie and Billings County lines, an area dominated by the Rhoades plateau and punctuated by distinctive landmarks like Buckhorn Butte and Anderson Butte.

The presence of scattered resources, such as a Scoria Pit and multiple wells, suggests the localized mineral and ranching interests that characterize this portion of the state. Narrow waterways including Magpie Creek, Hanks Gully, and Whitetail Creek create a dense network of coulees and ridges. To the east, the map details the passage through Devils Pass and the prominence of Cedar Top Butte, providing a clear view of the natural corridors used for navigation across this broken terrain.