1956 Map of Kirley

About this map

Kirley serves as the central hub for this rural portion of Haakon County, situated near the headwaters of Plum Creek and Deep Creek. The landscape is characterized by expansive elevated plateaus including Robbs Flat and Maupin Flat, which define the local topography. This 1950s survey captures a sparse but established community infrastructure essential for prairie life, featuring institutional landmarks like the Robbs Flat Sch and Markwed Sch. The presence of the Robbs Flat Cem and Deep Creek Ch indicates a settled population centered around the boundaries of Hanover and Grandfield. Water management is evident through features such as Roseth Dam, a critical piece of infrastructure for the development of the Missouri River Basin during this era of agricultural expansion in South Dakota.