2017 Map of Van Metre

About this map

Van Metre sits at the heart of this landscape where the Stanley Co Jones Co line divides the central South Dakota plains. The drainage network is the defining characteristic of this area, with the Bad River flowing through the southern portion, joined by numerous tributaries such as Plum Cr and Brush Cr. This 2017 U.S. Geological Survey representation documents the sparse settlement patterns typical of the region, where the isolated station at Van Metre serves as a lone landmark along the rail corridor. Local transportation is defined by a handful of established routes, including Bad River Rd and Bull Head Rd, which navigate the undulating breaks between the river valley and the higher plateaus. Further south, the map details the courses of White Clay Cr and Dry Cr, illustrating the rugged hydraulic carving of the prairie.