2015 Map of Pelican Lake

About this map

Pelican Lake and Clear Lake dominate this landscape on the Coteau des Prairies plateau, where the glacial geography of eastern South Dakota is clearly defined by these significant water bodies. The terrain is marked by the transition between Codington and Hamlin counties, featuring a regular grid of section roads like 451st Ave and 178th St that partition the agricultural land. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the small settlement of Thomas sits near the Oxford Cem, providing a focal point for genealogical research in this rural area. Further north, the southern edges of Watertown and the locality of Foley appear, connected by routes such as Thompson Point Rd. The map illustrates the contemporary balance between protected recreational spaces like Pelican State Park Rd and the enduring township-and-range layout of the prairie.