2012 Map of Kenel

About this map

Kenel sits along the western bluffs of the Missouri River valley, overlooking the expansive waters of Lake Oahe in northern South Dakota. This 2012 survey documents the contemporary rural landscape where the prairie meets the reservoir, defined by the winding paths of Blackhawk Cr and Mad Bear Cr. Local history is anchored by the presence of Saint Thomas Cem near the shoreline and Saint Lukes Cem further inland, marking the spiritual and communal centers of this plains community. The map details the simple road network connecting the settlement, including 1st Ave and Co RD, which navigate the elevation changes between the river's edge and the high tableland.