2010 Map of Elk Point NE

About this map

The Big Sioux River meanders across this prairie landscape at the border of Iowa and South Dakota, defining the character of the terrain. The settlement of Broken Kettle stands as a focal point in the southeast, situated near where Broken Kettle Creek joins the larger river system. This area is characterized by its agricultural grid, where roads like Butcher Rd and N Ridge Rd cut across the drainage basins of Rock Creek and Joy Creek. A prominent oxbow feature, Horseshoe Lake, indicates the historical movement of the river channel, a common sight in this floodplain environment. For those interested in regional hydrology or local land use, the map provides a clear look at how the natural drainage of Deer Creek and other tributaries interacts with the rural road network in Union and Plymouth counties.