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2017 Map of Hillhead

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Hillhead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Coteau des Prairies plateau dominates this northeastern South Dakota landscape, characterized by a dense concentration of glacial lakes and sloughs. The small settlement of Hillhead sits along the eastern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a focal point in a region defined by its hydrography. Water bodies such as Wise Spirit Lake, Isabelle Lake, and Ninemile Lake are scattered throughout the township grid, often interspersed with wetlands like Stink Slough and La Belle Slough.

Elevated landmarks rise above the water-rich terrain, including Pleasant Peak and Six Mile Hill. The transport network follows the rigid section lines of the Public Land Survey System, with Co Hwy 4 and Co Hwy 6 providing primary access across the undulating prairie. This 2017 survey documents a modern snapshot of Marshall County, illustrating how the drainage patterns of Shortfoot Cr and La Belle Cr continue to shape the agricultural and residential layout of the land.