1951 Map of Sharps Corner

About this map

Pine Ridge Indian Reservation land is defined by the winding course of Porcupine Creek, which cuts through the high plains and breaks of the White River Basin. The landscape features notable natural landmarks such as Chimney Butte, providing a distinct vertical reference in a region of complex contouring and erosional relief. This 1951 survey, later updated in 1979, illustrates the dispersed community structure characteristic of the era. The small settlement at Sharps Corner serves as a primary local junction, while the presence of Rockyford Ch and St Luke Ch reflects the vital role of rural parish life in the early post-war period. These community centers and scattered dwellings are linked by an evolving network of unimproved dirt and light-duty roads, marking the transition from traditional horse-and-wagon routes to modern automotive access across the reservation.