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1901 Map of Harney Peak

Name: 1901 Topographic Map of Harney Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1913
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1913

About this map

Hill City and the surrounding gold and mica mining districts define this 1897-98 survey of the southern Black Hills. The landscape is a complex network of resource extraction and early ranching, centered around landmarks like Harney Peak and the newly recognized Jewel Cave National Monument. Industrial activity is concentrated near the B. & M. R. R. R. rail line, which serves specialized operations such as the Storm Hill Lode Mine, the St. Elmo Mill, and the Hidden Treasure Mine.

Family-named homesteads such as Briggs Ranch, Gillettes Ranch, and Simpsons Ranch are scattered across the Black Hills National Forest and Harney National Forest. These small holdings, often located near water sources like Antelope Spring or Bear Springs, illustrate the early settlement pattern of Pennington Co. and Custer Co. before modern development. Notable social and economic hubs include Tigerville, Oreville, and the Sylvan Lake area, providing a clear picture of the region's transition from a mining frontier to an established mountain community.