2011 Map of Tepee Buttes

About this map

Tepee Buttes and Corey Butte dominate this landscape in Harding County, marking a terrain defined by significant water management and natural drainage. The northern reaches of the quadrangle are characterized by the expansive waters of Bowman-Haley Lake and the Bowman-Haley Reservoir, which collect the flow from Alkali Creek and the North Fork Grand River. This high-plains geography reveals a series of localized water features, including the uniquely named Nygaard Leaky Dam, Tepee Dam, and Barn Dam, suggesting a history of cattle ranching and water conservation efforts in this arid environment. The presence of Tepee Springs and the small Beermug Lake further emphasize the importance of water sources in this stretch of South Dakota. Crooked Creek meanders through the central portion, illustrating the natural erosive forces that have shaped the buttes and valleys.