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1965 Map of Edwards

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Edwards
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Big Dry Creek defines the lower drainage of this Garfield County landscape, where the prairie is broken by prominent rises and coulees. During this mid-1960s survey, the area was characterized by sparse settlement and remote homesteads, with Edwards and Haislett serving as the primary named points of interest. The terrain is marked by distinct geological formations, including Elephant Butte, Adams Rocky Butte, and Boslough Butte, which dominate the central and northern sections of the quadrangle.

Water management in this arid environment is evident through the Wheatcroft Reservoir and various cattle-related features like Goodhue Springs and multiple wells. Local nomenclature is preserved through the names of various drainages such as Tom Walker Coulee, Meckel Coulee, and Dugout Coulee. These features represent the grazing and ranching economy that shaped this part of Montana, providing a clear record of the land use and natural landmarks known to residents of the era.