2012 Map of McLaughlin SW

About this map

Vast stretches of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation are defined by the intricate seasonal drainage patterns that carve through this Corson County landscape. In this 2012 survey, the rural character of the region is evident through the sparse network of gravel and section-line roads, such as Corson Road 13-1 and Corson Co 13-1. These corridors provide essential access through the open terrain, connecting the outlying reaches to the larger thoroughfares like Bullhead Rd in the southern portion of the quadrangle. The map is a study in Western plains hydrology, where unnamed creek beds and coulees form complex, branching networks that dictate the placement of ranch roads and crossings. For those researching the geography of north-central South Dakota, it highlights the intersection of modern county infrastructure and the natural topography of the high plains.