2017 Map of Sorum

About this map

Sorum serves as the primary focal point of this Perkins County landscape, situated where the high plains meet a network of seasonal watercourses. The drainage patterns of Rabbit Cr and Peggy Cr carve subtle relief into the terrain, reflecting the arid nature of western South Dakota where water sources dictated the placement of early ranching hubs. This 2017 survey documents a modern road network, including Sorum Rd and Zeona Rd, which follows the historic sectional lines established by the Public Land Survey System. The boundary between Harding County and Perkins County bisects the western edge of the map, illustrating the administrative divisions that define the rural property and grazing limits of this region. The map provides a clear look at the sparse but deliberate infrastructure required to manage the expansive open country between the Grand and Moreau river basins.