2012 Map of Kampeska

About this map

McKillicans Lake and a series of smaller prairie basins dominate this Codington County landscape, showcasing the complex hydrography characteristic of the glacial pothole region. The settlement of Kampeska sits at the southern edge of the quadrangle, where the grid of rural roads meets the northern shoreline of Lake Kampeska. The map illustrates a strictly organized section-line road system, including Horseshoe Lake Rd and Medicine Lake Dr, which weave around prominent water bodies like Horseshoe Lake and Medicine Lake. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey provides a precise view of the interface between agricultural section lines and the natural clustering of water at Chain of Lakes and Cooley Lake. Researchers can trace the development of lakeside infrastructure along the northwestern edge of the larger lake basin.