2012 Map of Lucas NW

About this map

Lake Francis Case dominates the landscape of this Missouri River reach, where the water bifurcates the prairie of Brule and Gregory counties. The eastern bank is marked by the communal settlement at Platte Colony, situated just north of the notable Platte-Winner Bridge crossing. The terrain transitions from the upland agricultural grids defined by Farmers Rd and various numbered avenues to the dissected breaks along the reservoir. Tributaries like Snake Cr and Rush Cr cut through the bluffs, while Red Rock stands as a prominent landmark on the western shore. The road network, including Buryanek Rd, reflects the modern rural infrastructure supporting both agricultural interests and access to the river's expansive water resources.