1954 Map of Jordan

About this map

Fort Peck Lake dominates the northern landscape of this Garfield County survey, reflecting the transformation of the upper Missouri River following the construction of Fort Peck Dam. The map captures a vast expanse of central Montana during a period of agricultural stabilization, where small settlements like Jordan, Brusett, and Cohagen serve as vital hubs for the surrounding ranching country. The shoreline of the reservoir is intricately carved into numerous ridges and coulees, including Brown Ridge and Deadman Coulee, much of which is protected within the Charles M Russell National Wildlife Refuge. Away from the water, the terrain is defined by isolated landmarks such as Smoky Butte and the remote North Star School, illustrating the sparse but persistent settlement pattern of the high plains in the mid-20th century. This edition includes revisions from the 1970s, providing a look at the established infrastructure of highways 200 and 59.