1954 Map of Rockerville

About this map

Rockerville sits at the heart of this mid-century survey, a settlement deeply integrated into the landscape of the Black Hills National Forest. The map documents a period when local infrastructure was defined by rural educational centers like Reder Sch, Blair Sch, and Pine Grove Sch, alongside a persistent mining economy. Resource extraction is evident in the south, where the Rattlesnake Mine, Giltedge Mine, and a Mica Mine are situated near the banks of Battle Creek. The topography is marked by significant drainages and geological features, including the distinct Stratosphere Bowl, Crystal Cave, and the winding Deadman Gulch. For those researching local heritage, the Rockerville Cem provides a specific point of reference for the families who settled this rugged area of Pennington County.