1950 Map of Calais

About this map

The Fort Peck Indian Reservation dominates this landscape along the northern banks of the Missouri River. Following the development of the Missouri River Basin in the mid-20th century, the area shows a distinct transition from the river bottomlands up into the dissected plateaus of Roosevelt County. The small settlement of Calais sits near the rail line that parallels the river, serving as a focal point for the surrounding rural territory. Resource extraction and infrastructure are visible through features like the Alton Mine, a Gravel Pit, and a prominent Water Tank. The drainage patterns are defined by several seasonal watercourses, including Elder Creek and Lake Creek, which carve through the high ground. Local water management is represented by the Bertino Res in the northeastern section of the quadrangle.