2017 Map of Lahti Butte

About this map

Lahti Butte rises above the drainage basins of north-central Harding County, serving as a prominent landmark in this segment of the Great Plains. The landscape is defined by the intermittent flow of Rush Cr, Jones Cr, and Cottonwood Cr, which carve through the high plains terrain. This 2017 survey shows a region where human footprint is minimal, characterized primarily by sectional boundaries and the path of Clanton Rd. The map provides a clear look at the topographic relief of the area, including the distinctive Mud Butte to the north. This is a characteristic view of the western South Dakota shortgrass prairie, where the natural hydrology and elevation features like the buttes dictate the layout of the few roads that traverse the townships.