1958 Map of Drummond

About this map

Clark Fork valley life in the late 1950s is defined by the dual presence of the Northern Pacific and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroads. These lines parallel the river through the heart of Drummond, serving as the primary transit corridor between the Garnet Range to the north and the southern highlands of Deerlodge National Forest. Agricultural patterns are evident along the Allendale Ditch and the winding course of Flint Creek, where small settlements like New Chicago and Hall anchor the rural landscape. The map captures a moment of transition where legacy infrastructure, such as the Valley Cem, exists alongside mid-century developments like the Drummond Airport and a prominent Pipeline. To the south, the terrain rises sharply toward Dunkleberg Ridge, marking the limit of the valley's settlement at Sherryl and Stone.