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1889 Map of Big Snowy Mountain
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1889 Map of Big Snowy Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1889

About this map

Big Snowy Mountain dominates this late-nineteenth-century landscape, acting as a topographical anchor for the converging borders of Fergus, Meagher, Park, and Yellowstone counties. The survey, directed by J.W. Powell, illustrates an era of early central Montana settlement where small outposts like Philbrook, Ubet, and Melville served as vital stops along emerging trade and transit routes. The hydraulic network is particularly dense here, with the Musselshell River cutting through the center and the Judith River originating in the north. The presence of Judith Gap and Half Moon Pass highlights the critical natural corridors used by early travelers to navigate the high terrain. Geologic landmarks such as Locomotive Butte, Castle Rock, and Mt. Sinai provide distinct navigational points for researchers tracing pioneer-era movements through the Cayuse Hills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1889
Date Published1889
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions15.2 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain