1966 Map of Kline Buttes

About this map

Kline Buttes dominates the landscape of Corson County in the mid-1960s, forming a prominent escarpment that defines the local topography. This 1966 field-checked survey reveals a sparsely populated prairie environment where land use revolves around water management and rural education. The presence of the Butte Sch near the center of the quadrangle highlights the distributed nature of early community infrastructure, while solitary landmarks like Lonesome Butte served as essential navigation points for residents. Mapping of the Mahto area and drainage systems like Hukuta Creek shows the reliance on seasonal water sources, further evidenced by man-made improvements such as Kellers Dam in the southern portion of the sheet. The map provides a detailed view of section lines and unimproved dirt roads that connected these remote homesteads and school districts.