Artesian, South Dakota 57314
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member NGComets
N 44° 00.519 W 097° 55.287
14T E 586459 N 4873398
Small town post office.
Waymark Code: WM64J1
Location: South Dakota, United States
Date Posted: 04/01/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member PTCrazy
Views: 1

Artesian is a small town located on Highway 34 in east central South Dakota. It is 5 miles east of the Highway 34-Highway 37 junction, 20 miles north of Interstate 90, and 90 miles northwest of Sioux Falls. The population is approximately 150.

The town got its name from the abundance of flowing wells, known as artesian wells, in this part of South Dakota. It was founded in 1883. It's located in the heart of pheasant hunting heaven in Sanborn County.

Artesian will be celebrating 125 years on July 4, 5 and 6, 2008. On Friday, there will be a parade at 11 am followed by lunch from 12:30 – 2:00. Fun and games are scheduled from 1:30 throughout the entire day. Car, truck, and tractor displays will be on hand. BBQ beef community supper will be held at 5:00. Saturday will have events such as softball games, scavenger hunts, bike rodeo, street dance, and fireworks. Sunday will have an interdenominational church service.

Mainly an agriculture related community, Artesian has several business related to that industry: Artesian Honey Company, Artesian Seed Service, Forestburg Farmers Elevator, Moore Angus, and Pioneer Seed.
Type of structure:: Stand Alone

Current Status:: Still in Use

re-enter Zip Code here:: Not listed

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