2015 Map of Hay Canyon Butte

About this map

Buffalo Gap National Grassland dominates this section of the western South Dakota plains, preserving a landscape defined by sharp topographical transitions and intermittent water sources. The White River Divide cuts across the northern reaches, separating drainage basins and influencing the path of Cedar Bluff Cr as it flows eastward. To the south, the namesake Hay Canyon Butte rises as a prominent landmark near Co Hwy 1, situated amidst a network of draws and creeks including Rock Butte Cr and West Kneebone Draw. This area reflects the mid-20th-century development of ranching infrastructure, evidenced by the presence of the Bockert Reservoir. The mapping reveals a sparse road network, primarily consisting of county routes like Hwy 1E and Co Hwy 1E, which navigate the drainages of First Black Canyon and Hay Canyon.