2011 Map of Saddle Butte SW

About this map

Lake Sakakawea dominates this landscape, where the reservoir waters of the Little Missouri River reach into the breaks of the Missouri Plateau. This 2011 survey illustrates the complex, dendritic shoreline of the river valley, characterized by deep inlets and dramatic topography. The land surrounding the water is etched by drainage features such as Ash Coulee and Sagebrush Coulee, which define the local drainage patterns. Transportation in this part of the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation relies on a network of secondary roads including Bia 17, Bia Rd, and Mossett Rd, which navigate the high ground between the coulees. The map provides a clear view of the intersection between the massive mid-century water project and the traditional rural road systems that serve the region.