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1950s Maps of Chouteau County, Montana

Explore 40 historic maps of Chouteau County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Chouteau County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Chouteau County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Chouteau County, MT maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Timber Coulee
    1950 Map of Timber Coulee
    1950 Timber Coulee
    1950 Print · USGS
    Montana's high prairie and river breaks are documented here in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by the winding Teton River. Genealogists and local historians can trace the locations of the Knee Church, the Jensen Elevator, and early rural schools like Promised Land School.
  4. 1950 Map of Dent Bridge
    1950 Map of Dent Bridge
    1950 Dent Bridge
    1950 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County was a landscape of remote prairie schools and river breaks in the years following the war. Researchers can trace rural genealogy and land use through landmarks like Promised Land School No 2, Dent Bridge, and the winding Teton River.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Great Falls
    1951 Map of Great Falls
    1951 Great Falls
    1951 Print · USGS
    Great Falls and the surrounding Cascade County plains come alive in this mid-century survey of the Missouri River basin. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early layout of Black Eagle, locate the Ursuline Academy, and follow the historic Bootlegger Trail.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1953 Map of Boggs Island, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Boggs Island, 1954 Print
    1953 Boggs Island
    1954 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County ranching lands and Missouri River crossings are documented here in the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural infrastructure of the era, including the Virgelle Ferry, the Mt Vernon School, and the settlement of Virgelle.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1953 Map of Rocky Lake, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Rocky Lake, 1954 Print
    1953 Rocky Lake
    1954 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County in the early fifties shows a high-plains landscape defined by its vital water sources and rural schoolhouses. Researchers can trace the locations of Elim School, Harwood School, and the remote Rocky Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1953 Map of Loma East, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Loma East, 1954 Print
    1953 Loma East
    1954 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County in the early fifties shows the vital junction of the Missouri and Marias Rivers before the modern era. Researchers can trace the river economy through labels like Loma Ferry, the Great Northern rail stops at Chappell, and the West Wayside School.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1953 Map of Carter, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Carter, 1954 Print
    1953 Carter
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Chouteau County come into focus during the early fifties, where the railroad and river define the pace of rural life. Local historians can trace the foundations of the community at Carter, the Baack School, and the riverfront at Carter Ferry.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1953 Map of Starve Out Flat, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Starve Out Flat, 1955 Print
    1953 Starve Out Flat
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau and Fergus Counties were still defined by remote ranching and river breaks in the early fifties. Local historians can trace early water sources like the Artesian Well and Cow Camp Spring near the dramatic landforms of The Big Sag.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1953 Map of Eagle Buttes, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Eagle Buttes, 1955 Print
    1953 Eagle Buttes
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County in the early fifties is captured here as a landscape of river breaks and upland grazing. Local historians can trace the Hole-in-the-Wall Trail or locate the Sexton Coal Mines and the Cem near Graceville.
  28. 1953 Map of Verona, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Verona, 1955 Print
    1953 Verona
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Missouri River valley in Chouteau County during the early fifties reveals a landscape of transition between river history and rail industry. You can trace the Great Northern railway as it passes through Verona and locate the historic Coal Banks Landing (Site).
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1953 Map of Last Chance Bench, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Last Chance Bench, 1955 Print
    1953 Last Chance Bench
    1955 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Chouteau County come into focus during the mid-fifties, revealing a ranching landscape defined by the Missouri River. Trace old family landmarks and terrain breaks like Wild Horse Butte, Canavan Bench, and Fahlgren Coulee.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1953 Map of Big Bend School, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Big Bend School, 1955 Print
    1953 Big Bend School
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County's rural plains are captured here in the early fifties, showing the scattered outposts of Montana's ranching frontier. Researchers can pinpoint early educational sites like Big Bend School, landmarks like Chimney Rock, and water sources such as McCullen Spring.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1953 Map of Lonetree Coulee, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Lonetree Coulee, 1955 Print
    1953 Lonetree Coulee
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County in the early fifties shows a rugged Montana landscape shaped by the Missouri River Basin development program. Genealogists and researchers can trace the location of the Lonetree Sch (Aband) and navigate the deep drainages of Lonetree Coulee and Alkali Coulee.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1953 Map of Pilot Rock, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Pilot Rock, 1955 Print
    1953 Pilot Rock
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Missouri River breaks of Chouteau County are captured in the early 1950s, showing a landscape shaped by water and early mining. Trace the rugged river corridor past landmarks like Fortress Rock and the Coal Mine (Aband) near Coal Mine Coulee.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1953 Map of Tunis, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Tunis, 1955 Print
    1953 Tunis
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County's river breaks and prairie come into focus in the early 1950s as the Missouri River Basin development was underway. Researchers can trace the Great Northern railway through Tunis, locate the Tunis School, and identify water sources like Eightmile Springs.
  46. 1953 Map of O'Hanlon Coulee, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of O'Hanlon Coulee, 1955 Print
    1953 O'Hanlon Coulee
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County ranchlands are documented here in the early fifties as the river and rail network shaped the local economy. Genealogists and historians can trace family landmarks like the O' Hara Bros Ranch, the Rode School (Aband), and the winding path of the Great Northern.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1953 Map of Loma West, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Loma West, 1955 Print
    1953 Loma West
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County's river-carved landscape is captured in the early 1950s as the rail and water networks converged near the Missouri. Genealogists and historians can trace the Great Northern rail line to Teton Station or locate the site of the Collins Sch (Aband).
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1953 Map of Stranahan, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Stranahan, 1955 Print
    1953 Stranahan
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Missouri River breaks of north-central Montana appear here in the early 1950s, showing the interaction of the Great Northern railroad and the river valley. Researchers can trace rural life through landmarks like the Stranahan settlement and the East Wayside School (Aban'd).
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1953 Map of Havre, 1967 Print
    1953 Map of Havre, 1967 Print
    1953 Havre
    1967 Print · USGS
    Northern Montana’s Hi-Line comes into focus in the mid-fifties, centered on the Milk River and the critical Great Northern rail link. Genealogists can trace small sidings and settlements like Assinniboine, Laredo, and Box Elder alongside the Fort Belknap Agency.
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1954 Map of Great Falls
    1954 Map of Great Falls
    1954 Great Falls
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Missouri River valley in the mid-1950s is shown at a time of significant industrial and military growth. Genealogists and historians can locate early schools and rail stops like Tiger Butte Community Center, Fort Benton, and the Anaconda Wire Plant.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1954 Map of Rice Reservoir, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Rice Reservoir, 1955 Print
    1954 Rice Reservoir
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County ranching lands are captured in the mid-1950s during a period of significant water-resource development. Researchers can trace the network of drainage coulees and vital water storage sites like Rice Reservoir, Birkeland Reservoir, and Long Coulee.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1954 Map of P N Ranch, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of P N Ranch, 1955 Print
    1954 P N Ranch
    1955 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Missouri and Judith Rivers is captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by ranching and frontier heritage. Historians can trace the Wagon Wheel Trail, locate Old Fort Clagget (Site), and find the Grave (Historical) on Claggett Hill.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1954 Map of Iliad, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Iliad, 1955 Print
    1954 Iliad
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County's rural ranching landscape is captured here in the mid-1950s, showing the early infrastructure of the Missouri River Basin project. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the Iliad community, from the Iliad Sch to remote landmarks like the Windmill and Eightmile Bench.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1954 Map of Dark Butte, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Dark Butte, 1956 Print
    1954 Dark Butte
    1956 Print · USGS
    Chouteau County's river breaks and isolated schoolhouses are documented here in the mid-1950s. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Cantigny School and Tuscania School, or trace the winding Missouri River past Steamboat Rock.
  73. 1954 Map of Fort Benton, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Fort Benton, 1956 Print
    1954 Fort Benton
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Fort Benton thrives at a historic Missouri River bend during a period of steady regional development. Researchers can trace local lineage through Riverside Cemetery and the Pauper Cemetery, or locate the Fort Benton Military Reservation and Kershaw settlement.
    2 unique versions available
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