2015 Map of Ladner

About this map

Ladner sits as the central point of this West River landscape in Harding County, where the high plains are defined by dramatic rises and complex drainage systems. To the north, the elevation culminates at Mt McKinley, while the southern landscape is marked by the distinctive profiles of White Butte and Pointed Butte. The area is characterized by an intricate network of intermittent waterways, including North Bull Creek, Middle Cr, and Cottonwood Creek, which have carved out topographical features like Gallager Draw and Cooper Draw. This 2015 survey shows a remote ranching environment where life revolves around isolated settlements like Mud Butte and vital water sources such as Finlander Spring and Reed Spring. The layout of local roads like CR-733 and CR-797 provides a glimpse into the modern infrastructure of this rural South Dakota territory.