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2014 Map of Hatcher Pass

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Clarks Fork Yellowstone River valley in Carbon County defines this landscape, where a sophisticated network of early irrigation infrastructure supports the high plains. Extensive waterways including the Mutual Ditch, Holland Ditch, Golden Ditch, and Sand Cr Canal reveal the region's reliance on water management for agriculture. The settlement of Belfry sits in the southwestern corner, serving as a hub for local ranching and transit near the junction of MT-72 and several rural connectors like Bear Creek Ln.

Rising above the river bottoms, the topography transitions toward Hatcher Pass and prominent elevations such as Schwend Hill and Deer Mtn. This 2014 survey documents the enduring layout of section lines and family-named roads, including Schwend Rd, Giest Rd, and Hergenrider Rd, which trace the legacy of local land ownership. Drainage systems like Cottonwood Cr and Silver Tip Cr further carve the terrain, illustrating the natural watercourses that originally drew settlers to this portion of Montana.