1991 Map of Creston

About this map

Flathead River meanders through this landscape, defining a complex hydrology of oxbows and wetlands in the Flathead Valley. The winding course of the river has left behind numerous named water bodies, including Egan Slough, McWenneger Slough, and Church Slough, which dominate the central terrain. These features, along with Half Moon Slough and Shaws Slough, suggest a floodplain where water has dictated the patterns of human settlement and land use. On the higher ground, rural life is marked by local landmarks like Fairview Sch, Egan Sch, and Hodgson Sch. To the west, the Stillwater State Game Preserve borders the river, while the small communities of Creston and Montford serve as local hubs. This survey reveals a transition between the managed waters of the valley floor and the recreational or agricultural areas near Lake Blaine in the northeast.