2012 Map of Sears Dam

About this map

Mitchell Ranch and Holmes Ranch anchor the wide, unpopulated landscape of Ziebach County in this early 21st-century record. The terrain is defined by the winding paths of Cottonwood Cr and its tributaries, including Little Cottonwood Cr and the E Fork Little Cottonwood Cr. This area is characterized by scattered ranching operations and water management infrastructure essential for livestock and local agriculture in a semi-arid environment. Key points of interest include Sears Dam and Campbell Dam, which provide vital water catchment in the northern Great Plains. Navigation through this remote cattle country is largely dependent on unpaved routes, with Cherry Creek Rd serving as a primary artery on the western edge of the quadrangle.