2021 Map of Mud Buttes

About this map

Mud Buttes rise as the prominent topographic landmarks in this northwestern section of Butte County, where the landscape is defined by a dendritic network of drainages feeding the Belle Fourche Reservoir. The hydrology of the region is intricate, with several significant waterways including Roundout Cr, Bitter Cr, and Salt Cr carving through the prairie. The road network reflects the rural ranching character of the area, anchored by Camp Crook Rd and Old Hwy 85, while numerous local routes like Kiplinger Rd and Hanify Rd provide access to the interior sections. This survey provides a contemporary view of the region's managed water resources and the enduring isolation of the western South Dakota plains.