1957 Map of Moorcroft

About this map

Moorcroft serves as a vital junction in the late 1950s, where the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad tracks meet the historical path of the Texas Trail. This landscape is defined by the massive footprint of the Keyhole Reservoir, held by the Keyhole Dam along the Belle Fourche River. The map captures an era of ranching and early petroleum development, with numerous Oil Wells scattered across the northern draws near Oil Butte. Local landmarks like the Historical Mon and the Rodeo Ground near town highlight the community's cultural roots. To the east, the Pine Ridge and Dakota Divide provide a sharp contrast to the river bottomlands, while family names are preserved through properties such as the Robinson Ranch and Schuricht Ranch.