2014 Map of Hettinger South

About this map

Grand River National Grassland dominates the southern half of this landscape, spanning the state line between Adams County, North Dakota, and Perkins County, South Dakota. This 2014 survey captures the agricultural and conservation character of the plains, where the town of Hettinger sits just north of the border. The area is defined by its drainage systems, most notably the North Fork Grand River which winds through the southern grassland. Numerous smaller tributaries like Bull Hook Cr, Slick Cr, and Billy Young Cr carve into the terrain, illustrating the water-driven geography of this ranching country. The local road network, including Mirror Lake Rd and Ellingson Rd, follows the section lines of the original land surveys, while Railroad Ave in town reflects the historic importance of the rail corridor to the region's development.