2021 Map of Ideal NW

About this map

The White River carves a serpentine path through the center of this landscape, marking the natural boundary between Lyman and Tripp Counties. Along its northern banks, the distinctive Gunny Sack Bottom sits as a prominent riparian feature, while various tributaries including Mill Iron Creek from the north and Dog Ear Creek from the south drain the surrounding uplands. The road network follows a strict sectional grid typical of the Great Plains, featuring routes like 252nd St and 260th St, though the historical footprint of a Wagon Rd in the northeastern corner suggests older transportation patterns that predated the modern township and range system. This 2021 survey documents the intersection of rural land management and the enduring physical geography of the river valley.