2024 Map of Tensed

About this map

Tensed and De Smet anchor this rural landscape in Benewah County, where the hills transition into the drainage systems of the Palouse region. The area is defined by a network of seasonal and perennial waterways, most notably Hangman Creek, which flows westward through the center of the quadrangle. Local heritage is centered near the Sacred Heart Mission Cem south of Tensed, situated along Desmet Rd near the headwaters of Mission Creek. The terrain rises to notable peaks such as Lukw'le' Mtn in the east, while the valley floors are traced by Moctileme Creek and Lolo Creek. A dense grid of rural routes, including Old Tensed Rd and Mail Route Rd, provides access to the surrounding agricultural and timber lands, reflecting the long-standing importance of these corridors for local transport and settlement connectivity.