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Loading map...1953 Map of Rapid City
USGS Topo · Published 1978About this map
The Black Hills National Forest dominates the western landscape of this mid-century survey, anchoring a region defined by high peaks and strategic military installations. From the dense cluster of mining towns like Lead and Galena to the expansive plains of the Cheyenne River basin, the map illustrates the 1950s infrastructure of western South Dakota. A significant highlight is Ellsworth Air Force Base and the Fort Meade Veterans Administration Hospital, marking the area's importance as a federal and military hub.
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Map Details
Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions29.47 x 22.11 inches
Editions of this 1953 Rapid City Map
3 editions found
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Source Details
SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain