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2017 Map of Cascade

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Cascade
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Missouri River carves a sweeping path through this landscape, centered on the community of Cascade. This modern survey documents the town's position at a historic crossing point, anchored by the Missouri River Bridge and flanked by the rising prominence of Cascade Butte. The surrounding terrain transitions from the low-lying Chestnut Valley and Lower Chestnut Valley to the broad expanse of Antelope Flat.

Water management is a defining characteristic of the region, with several man-made catchments including Elizabeth Reservoir, Rocky Reef Reservoir, and Cascade Reservoir supporting local needs. Genealogists and local historians can locate Hillside Cem north of town along Simms Cascade Rd, while the presence of Cascade Field and various named creeks like Little Muddy Cr and Rocky Gap Cr illustrate the complex drainage patterns of the Montana plains.