2015 Map of Meadow NW

About this map

Grand River National Grassland dominates this section of the western South Dakota plains, where the open landscape is defined by the Public Land Survey System's rigid grid. The terrain is structured by township lines such as t20n r16e, illustrating the methodical division of these expansive grasslands for management and ranching. Access through this sparsely populated Perkins County territory relies on a network of rural routes, including S Cabin Rd and Bald Butte Rd, which navigate the subtle draws and rises characteristic of the region. This 2015 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey preserves the specific layout of these service roads and pasture boundaries, providing a clear record of land use in a region where the natural environment and administrative boundaries are deeply intertwined.