2015 Map of Promise

About this map

Promise sits at the center of this Dewey County landscape, where the high plains meet the vast waters of Lake Oahe. This modern survey illustrates the intersection of traditional land divisions and contemporary infrastructure, most notably The Native American Scenic Bywy (CR-1806) winding through the western sections. The hydrology of the region is defined by numerous drainages that feed into the reservoir, including Virgin Creek, Tom Hill Creek, and Du Charme Creek. The presence of Bureau of Indian Affairs routes like Bia-7 and local thoroughfares such as Promise Rd highlights the community's connection to the surrounding Missouri River breaks. The map provides clear evidence of the area's complex topography, tracing the deep ravines formed by Beaver Creek and Left Hand Bear Creek as they carve through the Missouri Plateau.