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2021 Map of High Elk Hill NW

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of High Elk Hill NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The rolling grasslands of Ziebach County and Dewey County are meticulously mapped in this recent survey, showcasing a landscape shaped by intermittent watercourses and rural corridors. The northern portion of the quadrangle is defined by a series of shallow wetlands and ponds, providing a distinct contrast to the more uniform terrain of the southern sections. This area remains sparsely settled, with the land divided into the traditional township and range grid, including Township 12 North, Range 22 East.

Transportation through this part of the Great Plains relies on a network of unpaved routes like County Highway 23 and County Road 38. Natural drainage is managed by local seasonal streams, most notably Little Bear Creek in the northwest and Rudy Creek and Dupree Creek in the south. These features reflect the typical geography of the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation area, where the economy is tied to the open range and the careful management of limited water resources.