2012 Map of Wewela

About this map

The Keya Paha River meanders across the southern portion of this landscape, defining the topography of the Ideal Segment in Tripp County. The small community of Wewela sits just north of the river, serving as a focal point in a region characterized by a disciplined grid of rural section roads like 319th Ave and 301st St. Significant landmarks for family history research include the Congregational Cem in the northern reaches and the distinct elevation of Turtle Butte situated between the river and the northern plains. Water resources are central to the area's layout, from the flow of Timber Cr to the quiet waters of Rahn Lake. This survey illustrates the persistent agricultural and ranching structure of South Dakota's southern borderlands in the early 21st century.