2017 Map of Wasta NE

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through the northwestern corner of this landscape, defining the boundary between Meade and Pennington counties. This rugged river valley is joined by Elk Cr as it carves through the terrain, contrasting with the higher, flatter plateaus to the south and east. The map illustrates a sparse rural transport network characteristic of the West River region, anchored by gravel and dirt routes like Trask Rd and Pascoe Rd. Significant local landforms include the broad expanse of Cow Flat and the drainage of Seventysix Draw in the southwest. These features, along with several creek systems including Cow Cr and Bull Cr, reveal a landscape shaped by intermittent water flow and cattle ranching traditions in a remote part of South Dakota.