2017 Map of Wessington

About this map

Wessington serves as the primary hub of activity on this prairie landscape, situated exactly along the boundary of Hand and Beadle Counties. This modern survey reveals a highly organized township system, where a dense grid of numbered roads like 200th St and 375th Ave facilitates access to the surrounding agricultural land. The town's historical roots are anchored by sacred spaces, notably the Saint Josephs Catholic Cem and Wessington Cem located just west of the main settlement. Three major drainage systems, Cain Cr, Silver Cr, and Pearl Cr, meander through the sections, providing essential natural drainage for the vast Dakota plains. The map illustrates how transportation corridors, including Barden St W, have historically shaped the growth of this rural community at the intersection of local county roads.