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2020 Map of Sheep Creek

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Sheep Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this section of McKenzie County, revealing a landscape defined by dramatic draws and seasonal waterways. The drainage pattern is led by Sheep Creek and Bennie Peer Creek, which are fed by numerous smaller tributaries such as Chicken Creek, Corral Creek, and W Hay Draw Creek. These names reflect the ranching heritage and geographic navigation of the Badlands.

Local landmarks often bear the names of early settlers or distinctive geographical features, including Mike Hart Draw, Plumb Draw, and Cummings Draw. The presence of Softwater Spring highlights the critical importance of reliable water sources in this arid environment. The road network, consisting primarily of routes like Bennie Peer Crk Rd and Hay Draw Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, providing access through the rugged grasslands of the Lmng (Little Missouri National Grassland) interior.