2011 Map of McLaughlin NE

About this map

Oak Creek meanders through this portion of the Standing Rock Reservation area, defining the drainage patterns across a landscape marked by agricultural water management. The terrain is characterized by the presence of small-scale infrastructure like the Gustave Aman Dam and the TW Lyman Dam, which reflect the localized efforts to manage water resources in the plains of South Dakota. In 2011, this area shows a sparse network of section-line roads, including 98th St, providing access across the open country. The distribution of these water features and road paths suggests a pastoral environment where cattle grazing and small-scale farming depend on these vital water catchments.