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2021 Map of Sheep Mountain

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Sheep Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Slim Buttes rises as the dominant landform in this portion of Harding County, anchoring a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and a critical network of water sources. This high plains terrain, much of which is protected as part of the Custer National Forest, is characterized by the rugged profile of Sheep Mtn and the strategic passage at Willard Gap.

The area is etched with numerous named springs and seasonal drainages, which have historically supported ranching and transit through these remote highlands. Notable water points such as Moonshine Spring, Rimrock Spring, and Wolf Spring are scattered across the slopes, feeding into larger systems like Antelope Cr and Sleeper Cr. Human infrastructure remains sparse, primarily consisting of isolated routes like Marty Rd, reflecting the enduring character of this western South Dakota range.