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1973 Map of Glentana West

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Glentana West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The small settlement of Glentana anchors the eastern edge of this 1970s landscape in Valley County, Montana. This high plains environment is defined by its drainage patterns, most notably the seasonal waterways of Bog Coulee and Snow Coulee that cut through the rolling terrain. The presence of several Spring points indicates the vital role of local hydrology in an area otherwise dominated by the open range and agricultural allotments typical of this region.

Transportation and commerce are represented by the Burlington Northern railroad, which runs east-to-west across the northern portion of the sheet. The railroad's path, straight and purposeful, highlights the logistical importance of rail connectivity for isolated Montana communities during the mid-20th century. This map, based on 1972 aerial photography, provides a clear view of the section lines and rural infrastructure before modern shifts in land management.