1951 Map of Presho 4 NE

About this map

The White River carves a deep, winding path through this portion of South Dakota, serving as the natural boundary between Lyman and Tripp Counties. The surrounding terrain is defined by complex erosional patterns and drainages like Mission Creek, Cottonwood Creek, and Dog Ear Creek. In the early 1950s, the rural community structure was centered on localized institutions such as the Holy Rosary Ch and the North Greenwood Sch. These landmarks, along with a solitary Gravel Pit and scattered wells, reflect a sparse prairie settlement pattern during the Missouri River Basin development era. The map's detailed contouring highlights the dramatic elevation changes between the river valley floor and the high plateau townships of Sylvia and Greenwood.