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1953 Map of Hermosa SE, 1955 Print
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1953 Map of Hermosa SE

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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Battle Creek meanders through this portion of western South Dakota, carving a complex drainage network that defines the local topography. This 1953 field-checked survey captures a rural landscape where isolated landmarks like Yankee Hill and Flattop Butte rise above the surrounding draws. The mapping reveals a sparse settlement pattern typical of the mid-century ranching era, characterized by scattered rural schoolhouses such as Carey Sch and Lower Battle Creek Sch. The transition of the terrain is further marked by the county boundary between Pennington and Custer counties, which bisects the northern half of the quadrangle. Water remains the primary architect of the land here, with ephemeral features like Charles Draw and Reed Draw feeding into larger systems like Spring Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain