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2012 Map of Carlin Flat

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Carlin Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through the heart of this central South Dakota landscape, shaping a series of wide riverbanks including Arnold Bottoms and Carlin Bottoms. This modern topographic survey highlights a pastoral region defined by established family holdings and ranches, such as the Annis Ranch, Carlin-Garrett Ranch, and the W Briggs Ranch. The terrain is deeply etched by various drainage patterns, notably Carlin Draw and Robbs Draw, which lead toward the river valley.

Remote infrastructure serves the local agricultural community, with the Hamilton Airstrip located near the southern border and Buffalo Cem positioned to the west. Roads like Cherry Creek Rd and Ottumwa Rd provide the primary transit through the flats and draws. Significant natural water sources, including Circle P Springs and Dupree Cr, remain vital markers on the land, reflecting the persistent reliance on groundwater and seasonal creeks in this expansive prairie environment.