1985 Map of White River

Evidence of late 20th-century infrastructure is visible in the Municipal Airport and various Weigh Stations that support the regional transit network. In the northern reaches, the Fort Pierre National Grassland represents the preserved prairie environment, while landmarks like Stony Butte and Fate Dam provide clear navigational points across the open country. The transition from the rugged drainage of Badlands Creek to the more stable uplands of Hilmoe and Annin illustrates the varied topography of Mellette and Jones Counties.