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2011 Map of Augusta

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Augusta
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Augusta anchors this West-central Montana landscape, serving as a vital hub for the surrounding ranching country. The town's grid is detailed with essential local institutions including the Augusta Post Office, Augusta Vol Fire Dept, and the Augusta Cemetery to the north. This 2011 survey reveals an economy deeply rooted in large-scale agricultural landholdings, with named properties like the Schlepp Ranch, Anderson Ranch, and Mirehouse Ranch dotting the terrain.

Water management is central to the area's viability, evidenced by an intricate network of irrigation features such as the Florence Canal, Vaughn Ditch, and Mosher Ditch. These man-made channels intersect with natural waterways like Elk Creek and Dry Creek, illustrating the long-standing efforts to harness water for the high plains. Recreational and travel infrastructure is also present, from the Wagons West Campground near the town center to the Augusta Airport on the eastern edge of the quadrangle.