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2017 Map of Laurin Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Laurin Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Ruby Valley and the Ruby Range converge in this high-altitude landscape where water management defines the boundary between the mountains and the valley floor. The drainage of California Cr and Clear Cr feeds into a complex system of human-engineered irrigation, including the Passamari Ditch, Ayotte Ditch, and W Bench Canal. These features illustrate the vital role of water rights and ranching infrastructure in Madison County's development.

Steep terrain is marked by numerous named drainages such as Laurin Canyon, Taylor Canyon, and Robinson Canyon, which descend from the higher peaks toward the Ruby River. Land management is noted by the presence of BLM tracts, while remote landmarks like Waruhoop Springs and the interestingly named The Island provide specific points of interest for researchers studying the historical layout of this part of Montana.