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2015 Map of J K Butte

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of J K Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

J K Butte rises as a central landmark in this portion of Harding County, characterizing a landscape defined by an intricate network of erosional features. The terrain is marked by dozens of named draws and gulches, such as Grandma Schang Draw, Sawmill Gulch, and Sagebrush Draw, which channel seasonal runoff toward larger drainage systems like Waterhole Cr and Forty-eight Mile Cr. This topography reflects the specialized land use of the High Plains, where water access and high ground dictate the placement of local infrastructure.

Portions of the Custer National Forest and the West Short Pine Hills provide a backdrop for isolated landmarks, including the Sky Ranch For Boys Airport and the notable White Cap peak. The presence of Rock Pile Spring and various dammed features like Beaver Dam Draw suggests the vital importance of water management in this arid ranching environment. For researchers, the map provides a look at the precise placement of secondary roads like CR-752 within the township and range system.