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1982 Map of Clearfield

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Clearfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Clearfield stands at the center of this rural landscape, representing a quiet settlement in the southern reaches of Tripp County during the early 1980s. The geography is characterized by expansive prairie divisions such as Star Prairie, Wortman, and Dog Ear, which reflect the localized naming conventions and land divisions of the era. The presence of both the Star Prairie Ch and the Star Prairie Sch suggests a community infrastructure centered around rural crossroads and spiritual life, common in this part of South Dakota.

Water plays a defining role in the terrain, with Willow Creek winding through the northern sections and the Keya Paha River forming a significant boundary along the southern edge. The northern border also features the Little Dog Ear Lake State Game Production Area, a dedicated conservation site. This survey offers a clear view of the ranching and agricultural landscape before modern development, punctuated by industrial markings such as a Gravel Pit.