1979 Map of Twin Lakes

About this map

Twin Lakes and Grass Lake anchor this glaciated prairie landscape at the junction of Sanborn, Jerauld, and Aurora counties. The central focus is the Twin Lakes State Recreation Area, which preserves the shoreline and surrounding wetlands of these significant water bodies. The land is organized into townships such as Blaine, Twin Lake, Belford, and Elliott, reflecting the systematic agricultural development typical of the Dakota plains. Scattered throughout the section lines are rural indicators of mid-century community life, including the Belford Sch and Elliott Sch. The drainage patterns of Dry Run and Twin Run illustrate the natural hydrology of the area, while features like Gravel Pits point to the local extraction industry used for regional infrastructure.