Buffalo County Map, South Dakota
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Buffalo County, South Dakota
Buffalo County is a tiny slice of South Dakota, right in the middle of the state. It’s one of the smallest counties around. The county’s mostly within the Crow Creek Indian Reservation.
Gann Valley, the county seat, holds the record for the least populous county seat in the nation. There’s only a handful of people who live here. That’s something, I guess.
Farming and ranching are the main gigs here. You won’t find any fancy restaurants or shopping malls. But if you like wide open spaces, this is your place. The Missouri River forms part of the western border. That means good fishing, if you’re into that.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Buffalo County |
| County Seat | Gann Valley |
| Population | Approximately 1,900 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Gann Valley, Fort Thompson |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 34 |
| FIPS Code | 46-017 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 488 square miles (471 sq mi land, 17 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hand County (Northeast), Jerauld County (East), Brule County (South), Lyman County (West), Hyde County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°03’N, 99°16’W |
| Etymology | Named after the American bison, commonly known as buffalo |
| Major Landmarks | Crow Creek Indian Reservation, Big Bend Dam |
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