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2012 Map of Ridgeview NE

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Ridgeview NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through the southwestern corner of this Dewey County landscape, carving a distinct path through the open plains. This 2012 survey documents a sparsely populated region of South Dakota where the topography is defined by the drainage networks of Swan Cr, Bull Cr, and Cottonwood Cr. These waterways create a branching system of coulees across the territory, illustrating the natural erosion patterns characteristic of the Missouri River plateau.

Human activity is centered around a limited transportation network, including Bia 3 and the curiously named Railroad 3, which serves as a terrestrial route rather than an active rail line. In the southeast, the Booth Ranch Airport stands as a significant local landmark, representing the importance of private aviation for spanning the distances of the rural West. The map provides a clear look at the intersection of local infrastructure and the natural drainage basins that dictate the layout of ranching land in this part of the state.