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1950 Map of Hebgen Dam

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Hebgen Dam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

The Hebgen Dam and its eponymous reservoir dominate this high-altitude landscape within the Gallatin National Forest, documented just years before a massive earthquake would forever alter the geography of the area. This survey details a network of early recreational and administrative sites, including the Beaver Creek Ranger Station, Campfire Lodge, and several campgrounds like Halford Camp and Rock Creek Campground. The map reveals the balance between preservation and industry, noting an Asbestos Mine (Inactive) alongside family-owned landmarks like the Oliffe Ranch and Stagger Ranch.

The complex topography of the Madison Range is punctuated by high peaks and glacial lakes. From Hilgard Peak to the Continental Divide, the land is a web of alpine features such as Blue Paradise Lake, Thunderbolt Mountain, and the Hilgard Basin. The lower elevations show the Missouri Flats and the Watkins Creek Ranch, with an Airstrip nearby, indicating the essential role of air travel in this mountain region.