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2014 Map of Elk Springs

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Elk Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Beaverhead National Forest defines the rugged geography of this 2014 survey, where high mountain passes like Snowshoe Pass and Hoodoo Pass overlook a complex network of glacial lakes and springs. The landscape is characterized by its significant water resources, including Elk Lake, Swan Lake, and the northern reaches of Upper Red Rock Lake. Numerous specific water sources are documented here, such as Two Drink Springs, Culver Springs, and the namesake 13S01E31DCAB01 Elk Springs.

The border between Madison and Beaverhead Counties cuts across the northern half of the map, illustrating how administrative lines follow the high ridges above Tepee Cr and Horse Cr. Modern infrastructure is represented by the Northside Centennial Rd, which provides access to secluded points like Antelope Pond, MacDonald Pond, and Widgeon Pond. This map captures a pristine corner of Montana at a time when its natural hydrology remained the dominant feature of the terrain.