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2015 Map of Slim Butte NE

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Slim Butte NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The White River meanders extensively through this landscape within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, creating a complex drainage network that defines the local geography. Several significant tributaries, including White Clay Cr and Blacktail Cr, converge in this area, illustrating the hydraulic forces that have shaped the plains. The terrain is characterized by the distinct elevation changes of Slim Butte Cr and its surrounding highlands.

Transportation in this rural South Dakota corridor relies on a network of Bureau of Indian Affairs routes and local naming conventions. Researchers can trace the paths of Bia-15 and Bia-24, which provide access through the townships, while Garnier Rd and Sauser Rd indicate family-named landmarks and local heritage in this ranching country. The map clearly delineates the section lines of Townships 36 through 38 North, providing a clear grid for property research.