2021 Map of Stratford

About this map

The settlement of Stratford stands as a focal point in this portion of Brown County, where the grid of town streets like Campbell Ave and Railroad Ave meets the open agricultural landscape. The area is defined by the winding course of the James River, which meanders through the western half of the quadrangle, joined by tributaries such as Moccasin Cr and Mud Creek. These watercourses create a complex drainage pattern across the prairie, influencing the placement of early infrastructure and land use. For those researching local family history, several burial sites are clearly marked throughout the township, including Scandinavia Lutheran Cem to the north, East Rondell Cem near the eastern boundary, and Oakwood Cem in the southwest corner. The map documents a meticulously surveyed section of South Dakota, where the Public Land Survey System has dictated a precise network of section roads like 395th Ave and 143rd St.