1956 Map of Cherry Creek

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The Cheyenne River winds through the northwest corner of this 1950s survey, marking the Indian Reservation Boundary between Ziebach and Haakon counties. The settlement of Cherry Creek sits at this bend, serving as a hub for the surrounding ranchlands. The landscape transitions from the broad expanses of Maupin Flat and Hudson Flat to the intricate, eroded drainages of Plum Creek and its many tributaries, including East Fork Plum Creek. Evidence of local ranching and rural education is scattered throughout the territory, from the Maupin Sch near the river to isolated outposts like Buchholtz Ranch, Towne Ranch, and Quinn Ranch. Unique geological and hydrologic features, such as Stony Butte and several Flowing Wells, highlight the challenges and characteristics of life in this semi-arid South Dakota terrain.