2021 Map of Lake Byron

About this map

The James River meanders across this Beadle County landscape, shaping a terrain defined by glacial lakes and tributary drainages. This recent survey captures the communal settlement of Huron Colony established near the river banks, a testament to the enduring presence of Hutterite colonies in South Dakota. To the east, Lake Byron dominates the quadrangle, flanked by Connors Lake and Piper Lake, illustrating the post-glacial hydrology of the James River Valley. Genealogists and local historians can locate Atfield Cem, situated near the southern boundary along the grid of section lines that organize the rural farmland. The drainage patterns of Foster Cr and Foster Creek feed into the primary river system, providing a detailed look at the water-rich topography that supports the region's agricultural productivity.