2017 Map of De Grey NW

About this map

Medicine Knoll Creek snakes through the northwestern corner of this Hughes County landscape, defining the local drainage before the terrain transitions into the high plains. The area is characterized by a series of draws and depressions, most notably Dehart Draw, which cuts through the southwestern section. The landscape is organized by a strict grid of section lines and rural routes, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Public Land Survey System in the Dakotas. A network of local roads such as Runge Rd, Dixon Rd, and Co Rd 652 provide access to the expansive agricultural tracts. While largely devoid of concentrated settlements, the map reveals the intricate pattern of wetlands and seasonal water bodies that dot the prairie, illustrating the subtle hydrology of the region.