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Keyapaha, South Dakota
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 Keyapaha, South Dakota
Location in South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Tripp |
| Elevation | 2,300 ft (700 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 605 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1261116 |
Keyapaha is a small, quiet place in South Dakota, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local town or city government. Instead, it is part of the larger Tripp County.
Where is Keyapaha?
Keyapaha is found in the southern part of South Dakota. It is located in Tripp County. You can find it southwest of a town called Colome. It is also south of another community named New Witten.
What Does the Name Mean?
The name "Keyapaha" has a special meaning. It comes from the Keya Paha River, which is nearby. The name "Keya Paha" comes from the Sioux language. When translated, it literally means "turtle hill." This name likely describes a feature of the land in the area.
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