The Well Dries Up: South Dakota's Water Woes Exposed The vast expanse of the Great Plains has long been synonymous with rugged individualism and self reliance.
However, the current drought gripping western South Dakota serves as a harsh reminder that even the most resilient communities can fall victim to forces beyond their control.
Wells are drying up at an alarming rate, forcing residents to seek alternative water sources in order to survive. For Gordon and Connie Howie, life on their cattle ranch has become a daily struggle.