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1985 Map of Highmore

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Highmore
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Chicago and North Western corridor defines the southern landscape of this central South Dakota region, connecting the primary settlements of Highmore, Harrold, Holabird, and Blunt. This 1985 survey illustrates a vast agricultural and conservation landscape punctuated by numerous water bodies like Cottonwood Lake and Stone Lake, alongside designated lands such as the Lake Louise State Recreation Area.

Researchers will find a detailed network of section lines and rural infrastructure, including various aviation landmarks like the Hobus Landing Strip and Fischer Landing Strip. The terrain is marked by distinctive rises such as Bald Hills and Sugar Loaf Hill, while the drainage of Medicine Knoll Creek and Wolf Creek reveals the natural hydrology of the plains. Small, unincorporated communities like Polo and Orient provide touchpoints for local history and genealogy in Hyde, Hand, and Faulk counties.