1950 Map of Edgemont

About this map

Edgemont serves as a critical junction along the Cheyenne River and the Burlington Northern railroad, illustrating the mid-century industrial and transport hub of Fall River County. The map details a landscape transitioning from the steep canyons of the Harney National Forest to the open river valley. Of particular interest is the Abandoned Canal and the presence of several Gravel Pits, pointing to early irrigation efforts and local extractive industries. Cultural landmarks of the era are well-represented, from the Drive-in Theater near Dudley to the Municipal Airport and Fairgrounds south of the main townsite. The proximity of the Edgemont Cem and outlying settlements like Dennis provides valuable geographic context for genealogists tracing family ties to this southwestern South Dakota community.