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1956 Map of Huntley

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Huntley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Yellowstone River cuts a wide, braided path through this mid-century landscape, framing the agricultural development of the Yellowstone Valley. The town of Huntley serves as a central hub, where the Burlington Northern railroad and the Main Canal align with the river's course, illustrating the critical link between transport and irrigation in this semi-arid region. To the north, the terrain transitions into more dissected uplands marked by Razor Creek and the prominent height of Squaw Nipple.

Local history and genealogy are well-represented by the clustered community landmarks near Shepherd and the Scandia area, including Scandia Sch, Scandia Ch, and Scandia Cem. The intricate network of ditches, such as the Mcgirl and Miller Ditch, and the presence of the Old Railroad Grade reveal the layer of infrastructure required to sustain the Vermilion Ranch and other valley holdings during this era.