2015 Map of Rumford

About this map

Rumford stands as a small settlement hub within the sprawling expanse of the Buffalo Gap National Grassland in southwestern South Dakota. The landscape is defined by the drainage patterns of numerous creeks, including Plum Cr and Piney Cr, which carve through the high plains toward the Plains Valley. The topography reveals a transition from these drainage breaks down into the broad, low-lying Hat Creek Flat in the southeast. This 2015 survey illustrates a rural network of county roads and section lines, such as Horse Creek Rd and Tall Grass Rd, that provide access to the grassland's interior. The map captures the intersection of traditional rangeland and the modern administrative boundaries of the National Grassland system, providing a clear record of the area's hydrology and land-use patterns.