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1970 Map of Herron Park

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Herron Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Milk River carves a winding path through the northern plains of Montana, shaping a landscape defined by dramatic Badlands and numerous seasonal coulees. To the south, the Tiger Ridge Gas Field underscores the region's energy development, while the Agricultural Experiment Station marks the historic grounds of the Fort Assinniboine Site. This 1970s survey captures a transition point for Hill County, showing the intersection of long-standing ranching operations like Thackery Ranch and Davenport with modern infrastructure.

Transportation and utility networks are central to the area's layout, from the Burlington Northern railroad lines meeting at Pacific Junction to the sprawling Havre City-County Airport. The presence of the Meili Ditch and Irrigation Ditch indicates the essential role of water management in this arid environment, supporting local settlements such as Burnham and the residential pocket of Herron Park.