2019 Map of Beardsley NW

About this map

Lake Traverse forms the centerpiece of this landscape, marking the state boundary between South Dakota and Minnesota. The map documents the intricate shoreline and several named islands including Skunk Island, Carlson Island, Jackson Island, and Rainbow Island. These features illustrate the glacial topography of the region, where the water body occupies the ancient channel of the glacial River Warren. Along the Minnesota shore, the small settlements of Dakomin and Diamond are situated near the lake's edge, connected by a network of county roads such as Co Rd 7 and Sandy Beach Rd. Further inland, the map shifts to a regular grid of section lines and township boundaries. For those researching local history, the Lake View Cem stands as a significant landmark above the western shore, offering a point of interest for genealogical study within the rural townships.