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Dry Lake
Location of Dry Lake in South Dakota, USA.
Location of Dry Lake in South Dakota, USA.
Dry Lake
Location in South Dakota
Location of Dry Lake in South Dakota, USA.
Location of Dry Lake in South Dakota, USA.
Dry Lake
Location in the United States
Location Codington County, South Dakota
Coordinates 45°02′33″N 97°19′11″W / 45.04250°N 97.31972°W / 45.04250; -97.31972
Type lake
Surface elevation 1,742 feet (531 m)

Dry Lake is a natural body of water located in Codington County, South Dakota, in the United States. It is a type of lake that sits at an elevation of about 1,742 feet (531 meters) above sea level.

What is Dry Lake?

Dry Lake is a natural lake found in the northeastern part of the state of South Dakota. It is known for its unique characteristic, which is also how it got its name.

Why is it called Dry Lake?

The lake is named "Dry Lake" because, historically, it has been known to dry up completely at times. This means that sometimes, instead of being filled with water, the lakebed would become dry land. This natural event is why it received its interesting name.

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