2024 Map of White Butte West

About this map

Thirtymile Creek winds through this section of the Great Plains, defining the drainage patterns of a landscape marked by prominent topographic rises and conservation lands. The Hettinger County Waterfowl Production Area occupies a significant portion of the western terrain, preserving vital habitat within the prairie pothole region. This 2024 survey reflects the enduring rural character of the county, where the rectilinear grid of local roads like 95 Ave SW and 61 St SW segments the land into large agricultural tracts. Local heritage is anchored by quiet landmarks such as Bull Butte and small burial grounds including Saint Michaels Cem and Black Butte Cem, which serve as vital touchstones for family historians tracing early settlement patterns in this part of North Dakota.