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2011 Map of Emerald Lake

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Emerald Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Emerald Lake and the high-elevation terrain of Carbon County define this landscape along the edge of the Fishtail Plateau. The map documents a rugged drainage network where West Rosebud Creek and Line Creek flow through significant topographical features like Black Canyon. Infrastructure for water management is evident at the West Rosebud Lake Dam and the curiously labeled Has A Name Dam near Reeves Lake.

Settlement is sparse, represented by established holdings such as Bedfork Ranch and Hash Ranch in the northern reaches. Recreational access is concentrated around the major water bodies, with Pine Grove Campground and Emerald Lake Campground serving as primary hubs. High alpine lakes, including Crater Lake and Lily Pad Lake, are scattered throughout the basin, illustrating the glacial character of the Montana high country in the early 21st century.