
Bad River flows through the northern reaches of this Jones County landscape, defining the primary drainage for a region characterized by intricate coulees and draws. The terrain is marked by seasonal watercourses including Dry Cr and the prominent Ash Draw, which cut through the high plains topography. This 2021 survey illustrates the modern rural infrastructure of the area, centered around Vanmetre Rd as the primary north-south artery. The map provides a clear look at the Public Land Survey System divisions, specifically t2n r27e, t2n r28e, t1n r27e, and t1n r28e, which continue to dictate property lines and agricultural boundaries. The absence of dense settlements highlights the open, ranching-oriented character of this portion of South Dakota, where natural hydrology remains the most significant landmark.
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1951 · Capa
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1951 · Van Metre
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1951 · Capa NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1951 · Capa SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Wendte
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1954 · Pierre
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Martin
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Pierre
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Martin
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1972 · Murdo
USGS Topo · 1:24,000