2017 Map of Morris Butte

About this map

Morris Butte and other distinct elevations like Cedar Butte define this portion of Fallon County, where the topography is shaped by a branching network of prairie waterways. This 2017 survey details a landscape where seasonal drainages such as Cannonball Cr, Cottonwood Cr, and Sandstone Cr intersect with a grid of rural access roads. The naming of routes like School House Rd and Fertile Prairie Rd reflects the agricultural foundations of the region, while Shell Oil Rd points to the area's industrial history and natural resource development. Researchers can trace the legacy of early land divisions and the movement of ranching or energy interests through the intricate trail systems, including Johny Creek Trl and Rolling Hills Trl, which navigate the draws and rises of the northern Great Plains.