1956 Map of Cherry Creek

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through this mid-century landscape, marking a significant portion of the Reservation Boundary. To the north, the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation encompasses the settlement of Cherry Creek, while the land to the south transitions into the high plains of Maupin Flat and Hudson Flat. This geography illustrates the mid-20th-century ranching economy of Ziebach and Haakon Counties, characterized by isolated homesteads such as Buchholtz Ranch and Towne Ranch. Educational needs of this rural expanse were served by the Maupin Sch, located near the confluence of Plum Creek. The terrain is defined by dramatic breaks and draws, including Stony Butte Draw and Deep Creek, which lead toward the prominent elevation of Stony Butte. This survey serves as a detailed record of the Missouri River Basin development era, documenting the various Flowing Wells and family-named landmarks that sustained life in this semi-arid region.