2017 Map of Dewey

About this map

Dakoming and Dewey sit along the border of Wyoming and South Dakota, where the high plains meet the western reaches of the Black Hills National Forest. This landscape is defined by its transition from the open drainage of Beaver Cr and Hay Cr in the west to the higher elevations of the Elk Mountains and Sullivan Peak to the east. The map captures a sparsely populated frontier region where the grid of sections is broken only by natural landmarks like Clifton Gap and the meandering path of Old Hwy 85. Local springs such as Carr Spring and Baltzly Spring suggest the importance of water sources in this arid environment. The terrain rises significantly toward the east, reaching plateaus like the Little Flats and Holey Flat, providing a detailed look at the topographic character of Weston and Custer Counties.