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1950 Map of Ree Heights

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Ree Heights
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Ree Heights serves as the primary hub of activity in this mid-century portrait of Hand County, anchored by the Chicago and North Western railroad corridor. The settlement is characterized by a grid of streets adjacent to the Morningside Cem, reflecting a period of established prairie life. Rural education is still decentralized at this time, evidenced by the presence of Steptoe Sch and Center Sch situated across the township lines.

Hydrology in this portion of South Dakota is defined by the winding paths of Wolf Creek and its tributary, Little Wolf Creek. To the northeast, the Lake Louise Recreational Area and Wildlife Refuge surrounds the waters of Lake Louise, showing the integration of conservation and recreation in the local landscape. Numerous flowing wells and windmills are scattered across the terrain, indicating the vital importance of groundwater management for the area's agricultural and domestic needs.