2021 Map of Shoemaker Dam

About this map

Twelvemile Cr defines the drainage of this prairie landscape in south-central South Dakota, where the Shoemaker Dam regulates its flow through a series of shallow wetlands and small depressions. The map reveals a strictly regulated section-line road network, where thoroughfares such as 265th St and 407th Ave dictate the movement of local traffic across the rural townships. Genealogy researchers can find the New Home Lutheran Cem located in the northern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a significant landmark for the surrounding farming community. This modern survey illustrates the persistent agricultural character of Davison County, where the topography is shaped by the subtle shifts of the plains and the essential management of water resources in a semi-arid environment.