2012 Map of Big Bend Dam NE

About this map

Wolf Creek and the meandering channels of the W Fork Elm Creek define the drainage patterns of this central South Dakota landscape. The map centers on the Knippling Ranch, located along 223rd Street and 344th Avenue, which serves as a primary marker of the region's agricultural and ranching layout. The topography is dominated by subtle seasonal waterways including Elm Creek and Sand Creek, which cut across a strictly defined section-line road grid. The presence of these named ranching landmarks and local road identifiers like 341st Avenue and 217th Street provides a detailed view of the rural infrastructure in Buffalo County during the early 21st century, illustrating how contemporary land use continues to follow historical survey lines.