2017 Map of Schumacher Lake

About this map

Glacial depressions and prairie potholes define this section of McPherson County, where the landscape is dotted with numerous small wetlands and larger bodies of water such as Schumacher Lake and Long Lake. The area's settlement history is anchored by its remote burial grounds, including the Bergdorf Cem in the north and the Long Lake Baptist Cem further south. These sites, along with a grid of section-line roads like 341st Ave and 112th St, reflect the enduring agricultural layout of the region. The map captures the interface between these vital water resources and the rural transport network, including Co Hwy 9 and Co Hwy 8, which provide the primary connectivity through this sparsely populated stretch of the Great Plains.