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1958 Map of Engstrom Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Isolated homesteads like the Billingsley Ranch and Uphaus Ranch define the settlement pattern of this Valley County landscape during the late 1950s. The terrain is deeply shaped by the seasonal hydrology of the Missouri River Basin, characterized by the winding paths of Antelope Creek and Brazil Creek. A sophisticated network of man-made water management is evident through numerous stock ponds and reservoirs, including Reservoir No 28 and the Mahan and Hoyt Res, essential for sustaining livestock in this arid environment. The presence of the Vandalia South Canal and a Road on Levee highlights the infrastructure required for regional irrigation and flood control. Near the southern boundary, the Engstrom Ranch sits among the draws of Little Brazil Creek, while scattered Gravel Pits suggest localized resource extraction in an area primarily dedicated to cattle ranching.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1958
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain