2017 Map of Dupree NE

About this map

The Moreau River meanders across this Ziebach County landscape, serving as the primary drainage for a network of prairie creeks in the northern Great Plains. Prominent local landmarks Gray Butte and Saint Patrick Butte rise above the surrounding terrain, providing significant navigational markers in this sparsely settled region. The map documents an intricate system of ephemeral and permanent waterways, including Ash Cr, Irish Cr, and Pretty Cr, which have carved out distinct topographical features like Sandrock Draw. The presence of Route 65 indicates the primary north-south transport corridor through these ranchlands. This survey illustrates the relationship between the river's path and the high buttes that define the horizon, reflecting the enduring rural character of western South Dakota at the start of the 21st century.