1998 Map of Haynes SE

About this map

Shadehill Reservoir and the Grand River dominate this landscape in Perkins County, where the sprawling Grand River National Grassland meets the Shadehill State Recreation Area. The map reveals a sparsely populated ranching territory characterized by family holdings such as the Haugen Ranch, N Ham Ranch, and J Johnson Ranch. Local infrastructure for water management and public access is evident through the Gaging Station, Johnson Dam, and the West Boat Launch Area on the reservoir's western arm. For those researching local history, the location of the Adkins School and various tanks and springs provide a clear picture of how water and education were organized across the plains during the late twentieth century. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Flat Creek and the varied elevation of the Liberty township region, showing the intersection of managed federal lands and private agriculture.