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2014 Map of Homestake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Continental Divide defines the crest of the Rocky Mountains as it cuts through the heart of the Deerlodge National Forest on this 2014 survey. This portion of the Divide is marked by the critical crossing at Homestake Pass, where transportation routes have historically navigated the elevation between the Atlantic and Pacific watersheds. To the west, the urban edge of Butte is visible near Floral Park and the Bert Mooney Airport, showing the transition from mountain wilderness to industrial and residential development.

Small settlements and geographic landmarks such as Skones, Highview, and Janney are scattered along the rail and road corridors that follow the natural contours of the gulches. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous canyons like Lucky Strike Canyon and Brookside Canyon, reflecting the difficult topography that dictated early settlement patterns. Historical naming conventions are preserved in features like Nine-mile and the many gulches, including Janney Gulch and Lion Gulch, providing clear reference points for local history research.