1964 Map of Naper NW

About this map

The Keya Paha River winds through the southern portion of this landscape, its path defining a lush valley floor set against the broader Basin. Along the northern edge, the boundary of the Rosebud Indian South Dakota Reservation marks the transition between Nebraska and South Dakota, reflecting the complex administrative history of the Great Plains. The topography is etched by numerous drainages including Morse Creek, Wright Creek, and Hay Creek, which have carved deep draws into the prairie. Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of rural burial sites, specifically the Naper Cem, German Cem, and Oakdale Cem, which serve as quiet markers of the early families who settled the Spring Valley region. The presence of a Gravel Pit and various fence lines suggest the ongoing agricultural and infrastructural development of the area in the mid-1960s.