1950 Map of Interior SE, 1979 Print
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1950 Map of Interior SE

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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Pine Ridge Indian Reservation land defines this mid-century landscape, characterized by the deeply winding course of Bear-in-the-Lodge Creek. This waterway carves a distinct, narrow valley through the high plains, providing a vital riparian corridor in an otherwise arid topography. Settlement patterns are sparse, represented by isolated landmarks such as the Headlee Ranch and the Garner Sch, reflecting the cattle-ranching economy and rural infrastructure of the period. The drainage network is further documented by Eagle Nest Creek and Turtle Creek, which feed into the primary basin. This survey, based on 1948 photography and updated with 1970s aerial data, captures the intersection of indigenous reservation boundaries and the expansive Missouri River Basin development program.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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