2012 Map of Dupree NE

About this map

The Moreau River meanders through the northern plains of Ziebach County, defining a landscape of rolling prairie and seasonal drainage. Rising above the river valley, prominent landmarks such as Gray Butte and Saint Patrick Butte serve as orientation points for this corner of South Dakota. The area is defined by a dense network of intermittent waterways, including the winding Irish Cr and its eastern branch, E Irish Cr. To the south, the topography is shaped by the presence of Sandrock Draw and the tributary systems of Ash Cr and Pretty Cr. This survey illustrates the sparse, ranching-focused settlement patterns typical of the region in the early 21st century, where the location of water sources and high ground dictates the sparse infrastructure.