2012 Map of Epiphany

About this map

Epiphany stands as the primary settlement in this section of Hanson County, situated amidst a glacial landscape defined by numerous depressions and wetlands. The map reveals a strictly regulated section-line road grid, where routes like 244th St and Wall St provide access to the rural homesteads scattered throughout the township. Water features dominate the geography, from the larger expanses of Spring Lake and Lutz Lake to the drainage networks of Pierre Cr and Rock Cr. This survey illustrates the persistent agricultural character of southeastern South Dakota in the early 21st century, showing how the land is partitioned into precise geometric plots while accommodating natural features like Long Lake and the winding course of Johnson Cr.