2017 Map of Dead Horse Draw

About this map

Dead Horse Draw and Chasing Hawk Draw define the drainage patterns across this section of the Cheyenne River Reservation in Ziebach County. The landscape is characterized by these significant draws and intermittent waterways, including Bull Cr and Johnny Cr, which carve through the open plains. This 2017 survey shows the modern infrastructure of the area, centered on the intersection of BIA Hwy 13 and BIA Hwy 8. The road network here is essential for connecting rural residents, with Takini Rd and Tankini Rd providing access to the interior. The map illustrates the sparsely populated nature of the region, where the naming of specific draws and creeks serves as the primary wayfinding system for those navigating the wide-open South Dakota terrain.