2021 Map of Sheep Pen Draw SW

About this map

The Old Grand River Cem sits near the northern boundary of this Harding County landscape, marking a site of genealogical interest in a terrain defined by the complex drainage of the S Fork Grand River. The topography is etched by numerous watercourses, including the winding Clarks Fork Cr and Buffalo Cr, which flow through the southern townships. Transport patterns are reflected in the presence of Old Hwy 85 and Old Hwy 58 N, indicating earlier arterial routes that once served the rural community. The map illustrates a remote prairie environment where the network of seasonal creeks like Slick Cr and Boxelder Cr dictates the local geography, providing a clear record of land use and natural boundaries in this corner of South Dakota.