1960s Maps of Powder River County, Montana

Explore 20 historic maps of Powder River County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Powder River County, MT maps

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  1. 1962 Map of Gillette
    1962 Map of Gillette
    1962 Gillette
    1962 Print · USGS
    High plains ranching and coal mining dominate the Powder River Basin in the early sixties. Genealogists can trace rural communities through landmarks like the Bethlehem Church, Lake School, and settlements such as Moorcroft and Sundance.

  2. 1962 Map of Sheridan
    1962 Map of Sheridan
    1962 Sheridan
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Big Horn Mountains and Powder River country are captured here in the early sixties as energy production and ranching shaped northern Wyoming. Researchers can locate specific sites like the Kleenburn Coal Tipple, Eaton Bros Ranch, and the Fort McKenzie Veteran Hospital.

  3. 1965 Map of Ekalaka
    1965 Map of Ekalaka
    1965 Ekalaka
    1965 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of Montana and Wyoming appear here in the mid-1950s, as a sprawling landscape of remote ranchlands and rural school districts. Researchers can trace the locations of many small landmarks like Mitchell School, Broadus, and the Humbolt Hills.

  4. 1966 Map of Goodspeed Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Goodspeed Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Goodspeed Butte
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of remote cattle ranching and timber activity within the Custer National Forest. Researchers can trace old water sources and industrial sites like Elk Creek Sawmill Spring, Goodspeed Butte, and Howes Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1966 Map of Sonnette, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Sonnette, 1969 Print
    1966 Sonnette
    1969 Print · USGS
    The ranching community of Sonnette and its surrounding drainages appear here during the mid-sixties. Researchers can locate the Mitchell Sch, the workings at Two Tree Mine, and the headwaters of Pumpkin Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1966 Map of Coleman Draw, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Coleman Draw, 1969 Print
    1966 Coleman Draw
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County in the late sixties shows a landscape of remote cattle ranching and early coal extraction. Researchers can trace rural water rights through the Gaskill Reservoir and Coal Bank Spring, or locate the Home Creek Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1966 Map of Stacey, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Stacey, 1969 Print
    1966 Stacey
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County is shown here in the 1960s, documenting a landscape of federal forest lands and small-scale ranching. Genealogists can trace the rural community near Stacey, while researchers can locate the South Stacey Sch and the Whitetail Ranger Sta.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1966 Map of Home Creek Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Home Creek Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Home Creek Butte
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranchlands and forest are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a remote landscape shaped by water rights and rugged terrain. Researchers can trace historic landmarks like the Schoolhouse, Home Creek Butte, and named water sources like Lemonade Spring.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1966 Map of Phillips Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Phillips Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Phillips Butte
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranchlands are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing the intricate water systems of the Custer National Forest. Researchers can trace old livestock routes and range improvements through sites like Phillips Butte, Coal Mine Spring, and the North Fork Taylor Creek Well.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1966 Map of Hodsdon Flats, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Hodsdon Flats, 1969 Print
    1966 Hodsdon Flats
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranchlands are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing the intersection of Custer National Forest and the Hodsdon Flats. Researchers can trace old fence lines and ranch water sources like Callaway Reservoir, Mason Spring, and Turtle Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1966 Map of Poker Jim Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Poker Jim Butte, 1969 Print
    1966 Poker Jim Butte
    1969 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's high rangelands and timbered draws are captured here in the mid-1960s as they straddle the Rosebud and Powder River county line. Researchers can trace land use through a network of remote water sources like Parrish Spring and the Experimental Pasture Reservoir near Poker Jim Butte.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1966 Map of Fort Howes, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Fort Howes, 1969 Print
    1966 Fort Howes
    1969 Print · USGS
    Ranching life in the Montana backcountry comes into focus during the late sixties as this survey tracks the water sources and schoolhouses of the high plains. Genealogists and historians can locate the Fort Howes (Historical Site), the Otter Creek Sch, and family-named landmarks like Lyon Creek Well.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1966 Map of Beaver Creek School, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Beaver Creek School, 1969 Print
    1966 Beaver Creek School
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranchlands are documented here in the mid-sixties as the region balanced forestry and livestock. Researchers can find the remote Beaver Creek School, family-named landmarks like Sartin Draw, and an isolated pioneer Grave.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1966 Map of Threemile Buttes, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Threemile Buttes, 1969 Print
    1966 Threemile Buttes
    1969 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranchlands and national forest territory are captured here in the mid-1960s. Researchers can locate remote high-plains landmarks like the Sterling Mine, Bowers Reservoir, and numerous named water sources including Old Faithful Spring.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1966 Map of Cook Creek Reservoir, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of Cook Creek Reservoir, 1969 Print
    1966 Cook Creek Reservoir
    1969 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Powder River and Rosebud counties are shown here in the mid-1960s, mapping a landscape of ranching and national forest land. Researchers can trace the water-scarce economy through features like Cook Creek Reservoir, Bringoff Spring, and Shy Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1966 Map of King Mountain, 1969 Print
    1966 Map of King Mountain, 1969 Print
    1966 King Mountain
    1969 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Montana's ranching and forest lands are captured here during the 1960s, showing a landscape shaped by water management. Genealogists and historians can trace essential water sources like Page Spring, Paget Well, and Chromo Reservoir across the county line.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1966 Map of Elk Ridge, 1970 Print
    1966 Map of Elk Ridge, 1970 Print
    1966 Elk Ridge
    1970 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranching country is documented here in the mid-1960s, showing the water systems required for high-plains life. Researchers can locate the Horkan Creek Sch and trace family-named sites like Williams Reservoir and Gold Well.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1966 Map of Samuelson Ranch, 1970 Print
    1966 Map of Samuelson Ranch, 1970 Print
    1966 Samuelson Ranch
    1970 Print · USGS
    Powder River County ranching country is captured here in the mid-1960s as the high-plains landscape transitioned toward the national forest. Genealogists and historians can locate the Samuelson Ranch and trace the drainage of Pumpkin Creek and Titus Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1966 Map of Willow Crossing, 1970 Print
    1966 Map of Willow Crossing, 1970 Print
    1966 Willow Crossing
    1970 Print · USGS
    Powder River and Rosebud County land in the mid-1960s features a working landscape of timber, mines, and small reservoirs. Researchers can locate the Willow Crossing Cem or trace activity at the Coal Creek Mine and Red Shale Campground.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1967 Map of Yager Butte, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Yager Butte, 1969 Print
    1967 Yager Butte
    1969 Print · USGS
    Custer National Forest and the high ridges of Powder River County are captured here during the late sixties. Researchers can trace the essential water sources of the era, from the Lookout Tower near Yager Butte to family-named landmarks like McBride Spring and Ottesen Spring.
    2 unique versions available

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