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1951 Map of Stamford SE

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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The meandering White River carves a complex path through the South Dakota landscape at the junction of Jackson, Jones, and Mellette counties. In the early 1950s, this region was defined by its cattle ranching heritage, with prominent family operations like Perault Ranch, Vohr Ranch, and Hathaway Ranch established across the high plains and river breaks. The transportation corridor of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad clips the northwestern corner, providing a vital link for the isolated ranching communities. Central to the local community was the Harmony Sch, situated near Yuk-mi Creek. The landscape transitions from the elevated plateaus of Grand View down to the creek-fed lowlands of Rocky Ford, where water sources such as White Horse Springs and Lomie Creek supported livestock in an otherwise arid environment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain