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2011 Map of Skaar

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Skaar
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Skaar and the nearby Metcalf Ranch anchor this landscape of the western North Dakota badlands, where the cattle industry and water management define the local geography. The territory is deeply etched by a complex drainage system, including the extensive Smith Creek and its tributaries, North Fork Smith Creek and South Fork Smith Creek, alongside the curiously named C S Creek.

Evidence of ranching infrastructure is prominent, with the Smith Creek Grazing District Dam and White Elk Dam appearing as vital landmarks for water storage in this semi-arid environment. The presence of the Metcalf Water Well further emphasizes the importance of reliable water sources for local livestock operations. Travel through the region is limited to a sparse network of county roads, such as County Rd 261 and CS Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the drainages.