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1970s Maps of Carter County, Montana

Explore 22 historic maps of Carter County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Carter County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Carter County, MT maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Belle Creek North, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Belle Creek North, 1973 Print
    1970 Belle Creek North
    1973 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana is shown during a period of industrial growth in the early 1970s, as energy extraction transformed the high plains. Researchers can trace the development of Belle Creek and its remote Landing Strip alongside the Duncan Creek Sch.
  4. 1970 Map of Belle Creek South, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Belle Creek South, 1973 Print
    1970 Belle Creek South
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Montana-Wyoming borderlands at the start of the 1970s reveal a landscape in transition from ranching to energy. Researchers can locate the Walloth Sch, the Belle Creek Oil Field, and the Ridge Cem among the high plains.
  7. 1970 Map of Stack Rocks, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Stack Rocks, 1973 Print
    1970 Stack Rocks
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Montana-Wyoming borderlands at the start of the 1970s show a remote landscape of high plains and geological landmarks. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of Thompson Creek and locate notable features like Stack Rocks and the Rock Wall.
  10. 1970 Map of Hammond, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Hammond, 1973 Print
    1970 Hammond
    1973 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching and river drainage are documented here in the early 1970s. Trace family connections near the Little Powder River, Belcher Mountain, and the small settlement of Hammond.
  13. 1970 Map of Greasy Hill, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Greasy Hill, 1973 Print
    1970 Greasy Hill
    1973 Print · USGS
    Carter County in the early seventies shows a remote ranching landscape shaped by high-plains watercourses. Local historians can trace the paths of Wolf Creek and Willow Creek alongside early energy infrastructure like the regional Pipeline.
  16. 1970 Map of Hammond SE, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Hammond SE, 1973 Print
    1970 Hammond SE
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Montana-Wyoming borderlands are captured here in the early 1970s, showing a landscape of high plains drainage and ranching infrastructure. Researchers can trace the courses of Deadman Creek and North Thompson Creek or locate early resource exploration sites marked by Drill Holes.
  19. 1979 Map of Blacktail Creek NW
    1979 Map of Blacktail Creek NW
    1979 Blacktail Creek NW
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeast Montana rangeland meets the Powder River in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by its vital water sources and remote boundaries. Genealogists and researchers can trace local land use through flowing wells, scattered jeep trails, and the convergence of Blacktail Creek and Alkali Creek.
  22. 1979 Map of W L Butte
    1979 Map of W L Butte
    1979 W L Butte
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeast Montana in the late seventies is captured here, showing the ranching and resource landscape of Carter County. Genealogists and historians can trace family land via drainage landmarks like W L Butte, Stump Creek, and the many unnamed ranch roads.
  25. 1979 Map of Dutchman Creek
    1979 Map of Dutchman Creek
    1979 Dutchman Creek
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's high plains are documented here in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by ranching and resource management. Researchers can trace the varied drainages of Dutchman Creek and Corral Creek or locate the solitary Drill Hole and the Pipeline corridor.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1979 Map of Blacktail Creek SE
    1979 Map of Blacktail Creek SE
    1979 Blacktail Creek SE
    1979 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Carter County come alive in the late seventies, a landscape of remote ranch roads and seasonal drainages. Researchers can trace the path of Powderville Road or locate early water sources like Whitetail Creek and Beaver Flats.
  31. 1979 Map of Board Corral Creek
    1979 Map of Board Corral Creek
    1979 Board Corral Creek
    1979 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching country is captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by water management and remote livestock operations. Researchers can trace the network of small stock ponds like Little Britches Reservoir and Schmidt Reservoir near Beaver Flats.
  34. 1979 Map of Blacktail Creek SW
    1979 Map of Blacktail Creek SW
    1979 Blacktail Creek SW
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana ranching country is documented here in the late seventies at the junction of three counties. Genealogists and researchers can trace local routes like Powderville Road or locate water sources at Whitetail Creek and various Spring sites.
  37. 1979 Map of Beaver Flats South
    1979 Map of Beaver Flats South
    1979 Beaver Flats South
    1979 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching country is captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape shaped by water and high-plains topography. Trace local history through family-named sites like North Harkins Well and landmarks such as Newberry Knob or Bronco Sam Spring.
  40. 1979 Map of Dead Boy Divide
    1979 Map of Dead Boy Divide
    1979 Dead Boy Divide
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's high plains are documented here in the late seventies, showing the vital water infrastructure of the divide. Researchers can trace the drainage of Dead Boy Creek or locate the Ute Reservoir and Chalk Buttes.
  43. 1979 Map of Ikey Creek
    1979 Map of Ikey Creek
    1979 Ikey Creek
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's ranching landscape is mapped here during the late 1970s, showing a territory defined by high ridges and coulees. Researchers can trace historic water sources and travel paths like Ridge Road, Ikey Creek, and Mc Curty Creek.
  46. 1979 Map of Chalk Buttes
    1979 Map of Chalk Buttes
    1979 Chalk Buttes
    1979 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching country is documented here in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by water rights and remote outposts. Researchers can trace family sites like the Laird Ranch or locate the small Cem and namesake springs including Alstrom Spring.
  49. 1979 Map of Devils Tower
    1979 Map of Devils Tower
    1979 Devils Tower
    1979 Print · USGS
    The High Plains meet the Black Hills in the late 1970s, where the landmark Devils Tower rises above the Belle Fourche River. Trace the Chicago and North Western rail line and locate old outposts like Aladdin and Hulett.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1979 Map of Ekalaka
    1979 Map of Ekalaka
    1979 Ekalaka
    1979 Print · USGS
    Ekalaka and the surrounding Carter County high plains are captured here in the late seventies. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Wilder Butte, the town Cem, and the transition from prairie creeks to the Ekalaka Hills.
  55. 1979 Map of Pocochichee Butte
    1979 Map of Pocochichee Butte
    1979 Pocochichee Butte
    1979 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching country is shown here in the 1970s, at the intersection of several high plains landmarks. Researchers can locate the Moore School, trace the path of Pocochichee Creek, and identify isolated sites like a Cabin and a Landing Strip.
  58. 1979 Map of Beaver Flats North
    1979 Map of Beaver Flats North
    1979 Beaver Flats North
    1979 Print · USGS
    Carter County ranching country is captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by seasonal creek beds and section lines. Researchers can locate Schofield Sch and follow the historic Miles City Cutoff through Beaver Flats.
  61. 1979 Map of Davis Creek West, 1984 Print
    1979 Map of Davis Creek West, 1984 Print
    1979 Davis Creek West
    1984 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's high plains are mapped in the late 1970s along the Carter and Powder River county line. Researchers can trace the drainage of Dry Creek and Stump Creek while locating landmarks like Pine Hill.
  64. 1979 Map of Davis Creek East, 1986 Print
    1979 Map of Davis Creek East, 1986 Print
    1979 Davis Creek East
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high ridge of the Chalk Buttes defines this corner of Carter County as it appeared in the late 1970s. Researchers can trace land management through numerous fence lines and find remote water sources like South Spring Creek, Stump Creek, and Saddle Butte.
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