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1903 Map of Bonner

Name: 1903 Topographic Map of Bonner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1903
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1903

About this map

The junction of the Hellgate River and the Blackfoot River defines the landscape of this 1900 survey, anchoring the settlement of Bonner. At the turn of the century, Missoula appears as a growing hub at the western edge of the map, situated at the base of Jumbo Mt. and University Mtn.. The influence of the Northern Pacific railroad is evident as it follows the river canyons, connecting smaller stops like Turah, Clinton, and Bonita.

Beyond the river corridors, the map reveals a complex system of gulches and peaks, including Miller Peak and Cleveland Mt.. Settlers and ranchers occupied pocketed areas like Ninemile Prairie and the small outpost of Potomac. The map documents the early political landscape as well, showing the boundary line between Missoula Co and Granite Co, alongside numerous named drainages such as Rattlesnake Creek and Rock Creek that served as the primary landmarks for local navigation.