2015 Map of Thompson Lake

About this map

Thompson Lake and the drainages of the South Dakota plains define this landscape in Meade County. The terrain is characterized by a network of intermittent watercourses including Cherry Cr, Red Owl Cr, and Narcelle Cr, which trace through the section lines of the Public Land Survey System. The map highlights the sparse infrastructure of the region, anchored by historical routes like Old Marcus Rd and Cherry Creek Rd. A notable geographical landmark, Cowboy Draw, sits north of the lake, illustrating the traditional naming conventions of the western range. This survey provides a clear look at the rural distribution of land across Townships 8 and 9 North, where secondary roads such as Winter Rd and El Rancho Rd provide the only significant man-made markers in an otherwise natural environment.