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1982 Map of White River East

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of White River East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Little White River meanders through this landscape in Mellette County, following a winding course that defines the local topography. This 1982 provisional survey shows the community of White River situated near the intersection of Highway 83. The area's ranching economy is clearly documented through numerous named family operations, such as the Hutchinson Ranch and Clifford Hight Ranch, which are spread across the plains and river breaks.

Evidence of local social and civil infrastructure includes the Fair Grounds and the White River Municipal Airport. To the east, the terrain shifts into the distinctive erosion patterns of the Badlands, contrasting with the more accessible ranch lands. The map also identifies specific sites like Target No. 1, hinting at specialized land use in the late 20th century. For genealogists, the high density of named ranch sites like Dolezal Ranch and Schoppert Ranch offers precise location data for family history research.