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1904 Map of Havre

Name: 1904 Topographic Map of Havre
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1904
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1904

About this map

Havre serves as the focal point of this northern Montana landscape, situated along the southern bank of the winding Milk River just after the turn of the century. The town's early growth is deeply connected to the Great Northern R. R., which follows the river valley and passes through the smaller settlement of Toledo. To the southwest, the Fort Assinniboine Mil. Res. marks a significant military presence near the foothills of Squaw Butte.

The surrounding territory is characterized by a high density of early pioneer holdings, including Conley's Ranch, Stringfellow's Ranch, and Scott's Ranch. These family-named landmarks are situated among a complex network of seasonal drainages such as Boxelder Creek and Bullhook Creek. The numerous coulees, including Redrock Coulee and Coal Coulee, illustrate the drainage patterns toward the Milk River, revealing how the local topography dictated the placement of early ranches and travel routes.