2021 Map of Conata

About this map

Conata sits at the heart of this Badlands-adjacent landscape, positioned where the high plains transition into the river drainage systems of southwest South Dakota. The topography is dominated by the sprawling reaches of the Buffalo Gap National Grassland, a vast federal holding that preserves the native prairie environment. Significant watercourses like the White River and its tributary Redwater Cr carve deep, winding paths through the terrain, creating complex contour patterns that define the southern half of the quadrangle. Prominent landmarks such as Hurley Butte and Kelley Butte rise above the surrounding grasslands, serving as natural navigational markers in an area primarily accessible via roads like SN 44 and 193rd Ave. This map also delineates specialized land management areas, including the Farm Service Agency Interest of South Dakota, reflecting the ongoing role of federal and state oversight in this rural ranching region.