2017 Map of Standing Butte

About this map

Standing Butte dominates this prairie landscape in central South Dakota, rising above the complex network of draws and creek beds that define the Stanley County terrain. This 2017 survey reflects a largely undeveloped rural region where the topography dictates the path of local travel. Mission Ridge Rd snakes across the high ground, connecting remote ranchlands via routes like Tatanka Pl and Sansarc Rd. The intricate drainage patterns of Agency Cr, Chantier Cr, and the E Fork Minneconjou Cr illustrate how water has carved the plains, creating local landmarks such as Buck Williams Draw. The map is a testament to the persistent geography of the Great Plains, where the original public land survey system divisions—such as those marking Township 7 North, Range 27 East—remain the primary framework for land ownership and management in the modern era.