1965 Map of Keene

About this map

Keene serves as the central settlement on this North Dakota prairie landscape, situated near the intersection of a cross-country Pipeline and local ranch roads. The terrain is defined by the sharp transition from the level uplands to the dramatic breaks of the Hawkeye Valley and the prominent elevations of Blue Butte and Stony Butte. These landforms dictate the placement of early community infrastructure, such as the Hawkeye Sch and West Prairie Cem on the high ground overlooking the valleys. Water management and drainage are traced through North Clear Creek and Clear Creek, where the Clear Creek Ch stands as a local landmark. Industrial activity is represented by several Scoria Pits scattered across the township, reflecting the region's geological resources being utilized for road surfacing and local construction during the mid-1960s.