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2017 Map of Thompson Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Thompson Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Thompson Lake and its surrounding wetlands dominate this landscape in Burke County, revealing a complex glaciated terrain defined by numerous sloughs and depressions. The area is characterized by a high concentration of water bodies, including Upper Thompson Lake, Iverson Lake, and Ward Lake, which are interspersed with numerous named wetlands like Melbys Slough and Swensens Slough. This intricate network of prairie potholes illustrates the post-glacial hydrology of the North Dakota plains, where internal drainage creates a mosaic of seasonal and permanent water.

Human presence is marked by the grid-based road system, including 90th St NW and 87th St NW, which navigate around the uneven shoreline of Kirkland Lake and Chiles Slough. For those looking into local genealogy, the Big Butte Cem stands as a significant landmark in the northern portion of the quadrangle. Modern recreational use is evidenced by the National Hiking Trail which traverses the southern townships near Ruddy Slough.