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1951 Map of Okaton SE, 1953 Print
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1951 Map of Okaton SE

USGS Topo · Published 1953

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White River carves a deep, winding valley across the southern portion of this landscape, marking the boundary between Jones Co and Mellette Co. The topography is defined by the sharp transition from the level uplands of Okaton and Murdo townships into the intricate drainage networks of O'Donald Creek and Horse Creek. In the north, the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad traverses the prairie, providing the primary connection for the rural economy during the early 1950s. This period of development, documented as part of the Missouri River Basin project, shows a sparsely settled ranching region where local life centered around remote landmarks like the Osborn Sch and the Barnette Cem. The map illustrates the complex erosion patterns common in the West River country, where small seasonal tributaries like Butch Creek cut through the soft soils toward the river bottom.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1953
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain