2017 Map of Fordham Dam

About this map

Clark Colony and Fordham Colony anchor this rural landscape in eastern South Dakota, where the agricultural grid meets the distinct geological rise of the Coteau des Prairies. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Foster Cr, which feeds into the water management structures of Logan Dam and Fordham Dam. This 2017 survey illustrates the persistent township and range system along the border of Spink and Clark Counties, showing a high density of section roads such as 411th Ave and 174th St. Local history is preserved at the Logan Cem, located near the northern reaches of the creek. The map captures a moment of modern rural life, where communal agricultural colonies and small-scale infrastructure remain central to the region’s identity.