2017 Map of Thomas Lake

About this map

Spring Lake Cem sits central to this prairie landscape in Hyde County, illustrating the sparse but deliberate settlement pattern of South Dakota's interior. The terrain is defined by glacial depressions and wetlands, most notably Thomas Lake and the smaller Spring Lake to the west. This 2017 survey reveals the intersection of agricultural heritage and modern utility, where local aviation landmarks like Ralph Myers Airport and Gary Myers Airport serve the surrounding farmsteads. The road network follows the rigid Public Land Survey System grid, with named routes like Holabird Grade and 327th Ave connecting isolated homesteads across the townships of t116n r73w and t116n r72w. The concentration of water bodies amidst the township lines provides a clear view of the natural hydrology that dictates the region's land use.