1968 Map of Finch

About this map

Yellowstone River cuts a wide path through the Montana landscape, defining the character of the Howard Valley and the surrounding coulees. In this mid-century environment, agriculture and transportation are intricately linked to the water, evidenced by the extensive irrigation networks of the Hammond Canal and Yellowstone Canal. The settlement at Finch and the nearby Howard Sch provide focal points for the rural community, while the Burlington Northern railroad carries freight along the southern bank. Further south, the landscape is marked by Maudru Spur and the seasonal flows of Reservation Creek. The presence of an Old RR Grade and an Old Railroad Grade north of the river suggests a shift in the local infrastructure as older routes were surpassed by modern rail and road developments.