1984 Map of Arlee

About this map

The Jocko Valley landscape of the mid-1980s is defined by the convergence of mountain waters and transportation corridors within the Flathead Indian Reservation. At the heart of the map, the settlement of Arlee serves as a primary hub, featuring a High Sch, a Rodeo Ground, and a nearby Fish Hatchery. The Burlington Northern railroad and a major Pipeline parallel the course of Finley Creek, tracing the valley floor toward the Jocko River. Higher elevations to the north and east are marked by the rugged drainage basins of Lamoose Creek and Pistol Creek, where the Lookout Tower stands as a sentinel over the surrounding timber. The mapping of Gravel Pits and various canals indicates an active local infrastructure supporting both the reservation and the adjacent Lake and Missoula County borderlands.