1954 Map of Storm Hill

About this map

Belle Fourche River cuts through the southeastern corner of this quadrangle, forming a stark contrast to the surrounding highlands of Crook County. Published in cooperation with the United States Atomic Energy Commission, the map reveals a landscape defined by deep drainages like Barlow Canyon and the winding course of Barnard Creek. The inclusion of the Airstrip (Private) and Moore Hill Cemetery points to a sparsely populated region where localized landmarks serve as the primary anchors for navigation and community. Settlement patterns follow the high ground and the valleys of intermittent streams such as Stone Quarry Creek, illustrating the remote ranching and mining potential of the Wyoming frontier during the mid-1950s. The intricate contour work reflects the complex erosion patterns typical of this portion of the Black Hills uplift.