Park earthquake history

A historical collection of seismic records mapped by distance to the surrounding prairie landscape

Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Activity Near Fort Pierre National Grassland

This historical catalogue provides a record of seismic events that have occurred in the vicinity of Fort Pierre National Grassland. Every entry is associated by its epicentre location relative to the boundary of this protected mixed-grass prairie in South Dakota. Researchers and visitors can examine details for each recorded event, including date, magnitude, and precise distance, to gain a clearer understanding of the documented seismic context of the surrounding Great Plains region.

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A vast mixed-grass prairie in central South Dakota, where the Great Plains still stretch unbroken.

Fort Pierre National Grassland

Fort Pierre National Grassland is a federally protected tract of mixed-grass prairie in central South Dakota, situated just south of the state capital Pierre and the adjacent town of Fort Pierre. Stretching across parts of Lyman, Stanley, and Jones counties, it preserves a landscape characteristic of the northern Great Plains, where expansive grasslands, rolling terrain, and a network of small wetlands define the scenery. The grassland sits within one of the most extensive native prairie regions remaining in the United States, and its open character offers a contemporary view of the broader ecosystem that once dominated the interior of North America. The area is recognized for its ecological value as prairie habitat, its cultural ties to the Lakota and earlier plains history, and its role as a working landscape managed for conservation, grazing, and public recreation. Among the most distinctive features of Fort Pierre National Grassland is its sense of openness. Distant horizons, seasonal wildflower displays, and the chance to observe native prairie wildlife in a largely unmodified setting give the area a strong identity that sets it apart from forested national parks. Its accessibility from Pierre and Fort Pierre also makes it a convenient gateway into the Great Plains landscape for travelers exploring central South Dakota.

Location: United States of America
Park type: Protected area
Area: 469 km²

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Explore historical earthquake records near Fort Pierre National Grassland

For Fort Pierre National Grassland, reported earthquake epicentres are associated with its central South Dakota prairie tracts by calculated distance, not through the rolling mixed-grass landscape or prairie wetlands. Each source-linked record supplies a date, magnitude, depth, locality, and grassland-distance value for historical comparison without inferring ecological effects, current danger, or recurrence.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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A separate protected-destination group follows the earthquake records for Fort Pierre National Grassland. The onward pages do not imply shared grasslands, designation, earthquake evidence, geology, proximity, seismic relevance, hazards, risk, or comparable catalogue coverage.

National parkSouth Dakota

118 km away#1 closest

West

Badlands National Park: South Dakota's Premier National Park for Atlas Exploration

Explore mapped terrain and protected landscape boundaries.

Badlands National Park stands as a key protected area within the geography of South Dakota, offering a distinct natural landscape for detailed atlas exploration. This National Park's unique terrain and mapped boundaries provide crucial context for understanding regional geography and conservation landscapes. Engage with structured information that highlights the park's geographic identity, making it an essential destination for those seeking to map and comprehend protected natural areas.

Area: 982.4 km²
Established: 1939
IUCN: II
Visitors: 1M annual

Badlands National Park Atlas

National parkCherry County

139 km away#2 closest

South

Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest: Mapping Nebraska's Sandhills Protected Landscape

An atlas view of rolling dune grasslands and forest mosaics in Cherry County.

Located in the heart of Cherry County, Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest presents a distinct landscape where prairie grasses meet planted pine islands. This overview examines the forest's placement within the Sandhills region, highlighting its role as a protected grassland unit near the shores of Merritt Reservoir and the Snake River corridor.

Area: 469.76 km²
Established: 1971
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest Geography

Protected landscapeSouth Dakota

176 km away#3 closest

Northwest

Grand River National Grassland: Protected Landscape and Regional Geography in South Dakota

Mapped prairie, riparian corridors, and badland terrain.

Grand River National Grassland represents a complex protected landscape in South Dakota. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, this area features diverse landforms including sand dunes, claypan playas, and green ash draws. This record provides a structured geographic overview of the grassland mosaic, spanning Perkins, Corson, and Ziebach counties with significant cultural ties to local tribal lands.

Area: 626.38 km²
Established: 1960
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Temperate

Grand River National Grassland Geography

Wildlife reserveNorth Dakota

202 km away#4 closest

Northwest

Cedar River National Grassland: A Protected Prairie Landscape in Southern North Dakota

Mixed-grass prairie geography and regional watershed context

Cedar River National Grassland preserves a representative mosaic of upland plains and rolling hills in southern North Dakota. As part of the wider Dakota Prairie Grasslands, this wildlife reserve provides insight into northern prairie topography and intermittent stream ecosystems that define the regional character of the Great Plains.

Area: 27.18 km²
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Temperate
Scope: Terrestrial

Cedar River National Grassland Geography

A pale, minimalist watercolor illustration of a wide, open grassy landscape with soft rolling hills in the background and light green vegetation in the foreground.

Protected landscapeSouth Dakota

About 204 km away#5 closest

West

Buffalo Gap National Grassland: Regional Geography and Protected Prairie Boundaries

Mapping the vast grasslands of southwestern South Dakota

Spanning across four counties in southwestern South Dakota, Buffalo Gap National Grassland serves as a premier example of a working Great Plains landscape. The region is defined by its immense scale, where undulating mixed-grass prairie transitions into striking, chalky badlands. This area is recognized for its vital conservation role, including successful species recovery programs, and stands as a foundational feature of the regional geological and ecological map.

Area: 2,410.77 km²
Established: 1960
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

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National parkCuster County

236 km away#6 closest

West

Wind Cave National Park: A National Park with Distinct Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity

Explore the mapped terrain and regional context of this US protected area.

Wind Cave National Park represents a key protected area within Custer County, offering users a deep dive into its unique geography and landscape characteristics. As a designated national park in the United States, its mapped boundaries provide crucial context for understanding its ecological and geological significance. This MoriAtlas entry facilitates detailed exploration, focusing on the protected land's identity and its role within the wider regional geography and natural landscape.

Area: 136.97 km²
Established: 1903
IUCN: II
Visitors: 489.4K annual

Wind Cave National Park Geography

A watercolor painting showing a rolling landscape with green hills, patches of coniferous forest, and a soft, hazy sky.

Protected landscapeNebraska

About 243 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Nebraska National Forest: Geographic Context and Protected Landscape Boundaries

Mapped terrain across Sandhills and Pine Ridge districts.

This protected landscape is defined by its unusual dual-district structure, encompassing both the historic tree-planting experiments in the central Sandhills and the rugged, native pine-covered canyons of the Pine Ridge. Discover how these distinct environmental zones create a unique ecological footprint within the broader Nebraska geography through detailed map-based insights.

Area: 574.1 km²
Established: 1908
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

Nebraska National Forest Protected Landscape

Watercolor painting of a wide, rolling grassy plain leading to distant low hills or badlands against a pale sky.

Protected landscapeNebraska

265 km away#8 closest

Southwest

Oglala National Grassland: Geological Terrain and Protected Landscape Map in Nebraska

Regional geography of prairie rangelands and eroded badlands

Situated in the northwest corner of Nebraska, Oglala National Grassland covers nearly 95,000 acres of shortgrass prairie and badlands. This protected landscape is defined by the unique exposure of Pierre Shale, creating a terrain characterized by deep gullies, banded sedimentary rock, and hoodoo formations that provide essential habitat and a deep record of natural history.

Area: 382.5 km²
Relief: Upland
Climate: Arid
Access: Easy access

Oglala National Grassland Map and Geography

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Examine the Geography and Protected Boundaries of Fort Pierre National Grassland

Continue your regional discovery by analyzing the unique terrain and conservation layout of Fort Pierre National Grassland. MoriAtlas provides detailed context on the physical character, ecosystem composition, and vast prairie horizon of this essential South Dakota protected area.

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