2012 Map of Fratzke Ranch

About this map

Stanley County ranching operations define this high-plains landscape, where family-named holdings like Miller Ranch and the Fratzke Ranch occupy the expansive terrain north of the Bad River. The map documents a sparsely populated region of South Dakota where water sources and property boundaries dictate the layout of the land. Seasonal drainages such as Lance Cr and Brush Cr provide critical water for livestock, while the distinctive Lance Cr Holes suggest localized depressions or water catchments essential for high-country grazing. Near the western edge, the Lyle Hedman Ranch and Ralph Hedman Ranch sit in close proximity, reflecting the multi-generational ranching legacy typical of this part of the Great Plains in the early 21st century.