1983 Map of Standing Butte

About this map

Standing Butte Triple-U Buffalo Ranch anchors this landscape of Stanley County, South Dakota, as it appeared in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The terrain is defined by the prominent Standing Butte and the drainage patterns of East Fork Minneconjou Creek and Chantier Creek. A Historical Marker is noted on the slopes of the butte, suggesting the cultural or historical significance of this landform to the local area. Evidence of modern ranching and rural aviation is seen in the Deal Landing Strip, while the deep relief of Buck Williams Draw cuts through the northern section of the survey. The map's detail provides a clear view of the ranching infrastructure and natural landmarks that characterized this portion of the South Dakota plains during the final decades of the 20th century.