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2017 Map of Hanson Reservoir

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Hanson Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Hanson Reservoir and the meandering Smith River anchor this central Montana landscape within the Big Belt Mountains region. The hydrology is complex, defined by the convergence of numerous seasonal and perennial flows including Newlan Creek, Woods Gulch Creek, and Big Birch Creek. These drainages create a series of alluvial features such as the Upper Birch Creek Bar and Lower Birch Creek Bar, which are significant markers for understanding local geomorphology and land use patterns.

Road access is provided by historic corridors like Fort Logan Road and Canyon Road, which connect the scattered ranching interests and water resources of the territory. The presence of Jackson Lake and various gulches like Thompson Gulch illustrates a terrain where water management and natural drainage dictate the layout of the land. This survey provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure and natural landmarks as they existed in the early 21st century.