2015 Map of Orient SW

About this map

Matter Cr and Shaefer Cr define the subtle drainage patterns of this Hand County landscape, where the prairie is organized into a precise grid of section lines and gravel roads. Located in the eastern reaches of the state, the area is characterized by a low-density rural economy, illustrated by long-standing routes like Blachford Ranch Rd. This 2015 survey reflects the enduring structure of South Dakota's township system, specifically within t116n r69w and its neighbors. The map serves as a detailed record of contemporary land use, showing a topography dotted with small depressions and intermittent water features typical of the region. Local transit is managed through a network of numbered corridors, such as 174th St and 353rd Ave, which connect the few homesteads and ranches that anchor this portion of the Orient SW quadrangle.