2015 Map of Brandon

About this map

Brandon and the surrounding prairie lands east of Sioux Falls are defined by the winding course of the Big Sioux River and its many tributaries. The landscape is structured by a rigorous grid of section lines and township boundaries, including t102n r48w, which organize the agricultural and residential development of the region. Notable watercourses like Split Rock Cr and Beaver Cr cut through the terrain, while the northeastern corner shows the rising elevation of the Coteau des Prairies plateau. Small communities such as Corson and Rowena maintain their distinct footprints away from the expanding suburban core. Local heritage is preserved in several burial grounds, including the Brandon Cem, Bear Valley Lutheran Cem, and South Beaver Valley Cem, which serve as vital landmarks for genealogists tracing the early settlement patterns of Minnehaha County.