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2015 Map of Pass Creek NW

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Pass Creek NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The White River flows through the northwestern corner of this South Dakota landscape, marking a prominent hydrological boundary in an area defined by its complex drainage networks and expansive basins. Lowland terrain is dominated by the Pass Creek Basin and Red Stone Basin, where the land is carved by numerous seasonal and perennial watercourses. Smaller tributaries such as Nancy Hanks Cr, Pearson Cr, and Wild Horse Cr feed into the larger Pass Cr system, illustrating the natural erosion patterns of the region.

Transportation across this varied topography relies on a network of unpaved routes, including Red Stone Rd, Pass Creek Rd, and Swift Horse Rd. These roads often follow the natural contours of the drainages, providing access to landmarks like Bowman Pond and the more remote stretches of the Pass Creek valley. The map documents a landscape primarily shaped by the forces of water and the practical necessities of travel across the Great Plains.