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1952 Map of Dalys

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Dalys
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Beaverhead River carving through the heart of this valley defines the mid-century landscape of Beaverhead County. The corridor serves as a vital transportation and ranching artery, where the Union Pacific line runs parallel to the water. Significant family holdings like Mooney Ranch, Ney Ranch, and McMenomey Ranch dominate the valley floor, illustrating the agricultural foundations of the region in the early 1950s.

Industry and navigation are evident in specialized features such as the Dalys Quarry and Airway Beacon No 30. Distinctive natural landmarks provide character to the terrain, notably the striking Pipe Organ Rock near Pipe Organ Lodge. The map also captures the confluence of several tributaries including Grasshopper Creek and Henneberry Creek, which flow into the main river channel as it snakes toward Clark Canyon.