2017 Map of Forestburg

About this map

James River meanders south through the heart of Sanborn County, defining the agricultural landscape of this prairie region. Near the southern bend, the settlement of Forestburg sits at a crossroads, serving as a primary local hub for the surrounding township. Further south, Ruskin Park occupies a site along the riverbank, while the prominent elevation of Big Mound rises to the west of the river valley. The map documents an extensive network of section-line roads, including Corliss Ave and River Rd, which provide access to the various farmsteads. Smaller tributaries like Redstone Cr and Sand Cr feed into the main river channel, alongside engineered water management features such as County Ditch Number 14, illustrating the region's managed drainage system essential for central South Dakota farming.