1981 Map of High Elk Hill SE

About this map

Rudy Creek winds through the high plains of Ziebach County, defining a landscape of sparse ranching operations and vast open range. Published in the early 1980s, this survey documents the rural character of the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation, where water sources and family operations are the primary landmarks. The map illustrates a network of unimproved roads and light-duty tracks that connect isolated homesteads like Keller Ranch and Hunt Ranch. While the terrain is dominated by the drainage systems of Dupree Creek and various seasonal draws, evidence of industrial or resource exploration appears in the northern reaches with a specifically marked Well. This topographic record provides a clear view of land use and livestock infrastructure in the South Dakota interior during a period of modern ranching.