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1965 Map of Dione Reservoir

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Dione Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Water management in Phillips County defines this mid-century landscape, as documented by the Geological Survey for the Missouri River Basin development program. The terrain is characterized by a series of intermittent drainages and coulees that feed into man-made catchments, including the central Dione Reservoir and Carter Reservoir to the east. These features suggest a landscape optimized for livestock grazing and water conservation in a semi-arid region.

Local infrastructure is sparse but specific, highlighting the essential rural services of the era. The South First Creek Sch stands as a primary community landmark in the northern reaches, while the presence of a Landing Area and various Tanks indicates the logistical requirements of remote ranching operations. The confluence of Second Creek and Third Creek near the reservoir system provides a detailed look at the hydraulic patterns before they join the North Fork Fourchette Creek in the south.