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1978 Map of Isabel

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Isabel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The town of Isabel serves as a central hub on this 1970s landscape, positioned near the intersection of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation and the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation. The community's infrastructure is clearly defined, featuring the Municipal Airport and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific rail line running through the southern reaches of the township. Local history and genealogy interests are anchored by Hillview Cem, located just northwest of the main settlement.

To the north, the geography is dominated by the prominent Pleasant Ridge, while the local hydrology is shaped by Firesteel Creek and Meadow Creek. The Isabel Lake State Public Shooting Area and Isabel Lake provide a clear focal point for recreation and land use management, complete with a Boat Ramp and Picnic Area, illustrating the integration of conservation and civic life in Dewey County during this era.