2017 Map of Cherry Creek NW

About this map

Cheyenne River flows through this prairie landscape at the border of Ziebach and Haakon counties. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems, including the branching paths of Little Cottonwood Cr and Cottonwood Cr. Rising above the surrounding drainage basins, Joshua Butte serves as a prominent landmark on the eastern edge of the quadrangle. Transport through this sparsely populated region is facilitated by routes like BIA Hwy 5 and Rte 12, which traverse the high ground between the river and its northern tributaries. The map's detail illustrates the complex relationship between the watercourses and the high plains, showing how Deep Cr and other smaller streams have etched deep patterns into the South Dakota soil.