2015 Map of Kadoka

About this map

Kadoka and Kadoka Junction anchor the landscape on the edge of the Badlands, where the high plains meet the intricate drainages of the White River valley. This 2015 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition from the structured residential grid of Kadoka—defined by local streets like Maple St and Sycamore St—to the vast open range of the Buffalo Gap National Grassland. The topography is shaped by the erosive forces of Franklin Cr and White Willow Cr, which carve through the terrain south toward the river. Transportation remains central to the area's identity, with modern Interstate 90 running parallel to historic routes like Hwy 16 and Sd Highway 248. North of the town center, Kadoka Lake provides a distinct water feature amidst the dry, undulating breaks of Jackson County.