2012 Map of Scott Creek

About this map

The Little Missouri River meanders across the eastern edge of this Harding County landscape, creating a serpentine corridor through the high plains. This remote corner of South Dakota is defined by its drainage network and isolated landmarks, notably the Tennant Ranch Airport and the specialized crossing at Salmen Ford. The terrain rises at distinct points such as Bleak Butte and Profile Butte, which serve as natural navigation marks above the numerous drainages like Scott Cr, Wagoneer Cr, and Dipping Vat Cr. The presence of roads like Co HWY-887 and Co HWY-988 suggests a thin but vital infrastructure supporting the ranching economy. This 2012 survey illustrates a landscape where named water features like Seal Draw and Stony Cr are essential identifiers in a sparsely populated territory.