2012 Map of Wendte NE

About this map

The Bad River flows across the northern edge of this Jones County landscape, defining a drainage system that includes several significant tributaries. In the early 21st century, this section of South Dakota is characterized by a network of intermittent streams and draws, most notably Crow Eagle Cr and War Cr. The terrain is sparsely settled, with the primary human footprint evidenced by a geometric grid of rural routes. War Creek Rd and Lincoln Rd provide the essential transit corridors through this open country. The presence of W Br War Cr and numerous small depressions across the prairie highlight the importance of water management in this semi-arid region, where land use is dictated by the natural contours and seasonal flow of the river basin.