1954 Map of Hill City, 1957 Print
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1954 Map of Hill City

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Hill City serves as the central hub of this 1950s survey, situated within the Black Hills National Forest. The landscape is heavily defined by its mining heritage, with numerous sites such as the Gold Mountain Mine, Hidden Treasure Mine, and Eldorado Mine dotting the gulches and ridges. The presence of Tailings Ponds near the town center indicates an active industrial footprint during this era. Transportation and commerce are tied to the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad, which follows the winding course of Spring Creek through the mountainous terrain.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1957
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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