2012 Map of Peach Lake

About this map

Peach Lake sits at the center of this sparse rangeland landscape in Dewey and Ziebach Counties, serving as a primary water source for this section of the Great Plains. The hydrology of the region is defined by the winding paths of Redwater Cr and Meadow Cr, which create a complex drainage network across the prairie. Small seasonal tributaries like Red Earth Cr further illustrate the importance of water management in this arid environment. Transportation through this remote territory is facilitated by a grid of county roads, including Co Hwy-3a and Co Hwy-s, which connect dispersed ranching operations. The map provides a look at the rural infrastructure of central South Dakota in the early 21st century, showing how property lines and road placements adhere to the original township and range surveys while adapting to the natural flow of the local creek systems.