1985 Map of Basin

About this map

The small settlement of Basin sits at the confluence of Basin Creek and the Boulder River, serving as the primary anchor in this 1985 survey of Jefferson County. Located within the Deerlodge National Forest, the area’s landscape is defined by its industrial history, marked by numerous Prospect sites and Mine Shaft locations scattered through gulches like Saul Haggerty Gulch and Lily-of-the-West Gulch. The transport network reveals a transition in mobility, featuring both a Pack Trail and an Abandoned Railroad alongside an Old Railroad Grade that traces the river valley. Landmarks such as Indian Head Rock and the Radio Facility Lookout Tower on Jack Mountain provide clear orientation points for those studying the rugged interior of the forest. The presence of a local Cem near the town center offers a specific touchpoint for genealogists researching families from this mining and timber region.