1958 Map of Lone Butte

About this map

The Little Missouri River snakes through the center of this 1950s landscape, illustrating the intricate drainage patterns of the North Dakota badlands before extensive modern development. The map records a sparsely populated ranching environment where landmarks are often defined by isolated summits like Morman Butte and the namesake Lone Butte in the southern reaches. Along the river’s north bank, the Murray Ranch stands as a primary site of habitation, while the Hovet Sch on the northern plateau served the local rural community.