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2014 Map of Locate

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Locate
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

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The Powder River meanders northward through this portion of Custer County, serving as the central geographic feature of a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainage creeks. The small settlement of Locate sits at a critical junction where Us-12 crosses the water, supported by the Powder River Bridge. This crossing point is a vital node in an otherwise open terrain of breaks and coulees, where cattle ranching and remote homesteading have long been the primary human activities.

Tracing the tributaries reveals a naming convention rooted in local geography and perhaps early survey distances, such as Fortyfour Cr and Short Cr. Other watercourses like Meyers Cr, Holmes Cr, and Smith Cr suggest the deep-seated presence of pioneer families who established the area's rural character. The map captures the alignment of vital secondary routes including N Locate Rd and Horse Creek Rd, which provide access to the vast townships that define the region's expansive ranching heritage.