2015 Map of Mule Creek

About this map

The high plains of Haakon County are defined by a network of seasonal drainages including Mule Creek, Plum Cr, and South Cr. This 2015 survey reveals a landscape largely shaped by the Public Land Survey System, with section lines dictating the path of local roads such as Quinn Rd and Manilla Rd. Remote ranching operations, such as Tornado Ranch and the Hilltop Diamond Ring Ranch, are the primary markers of habitation in this expanse of western South Dakota. The topography is characterized by the gentle erosion of the plains by Mitchell Cr and Shanty Cr, creating a subtle but complex terrain of draws and ridges. This map captures the modern distribution of family-held ranch lands and the essential infrastructure that supports this sparsely populated region of the state.