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1994 Map of Marion

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Marion
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

Little Bitterroot Lake dominates the northern reaches of this mid-1990s landscape, providing a focal point for the settlement at Marion. Located within the Salish Mountains, the area is characterized by a mix of public and private lands, including significant portions of the Flathead National Forest. The geography is defined by a complex drainage system where the Little Bitterroot River and tributaries like Sickler Creek and Granger Creek weave through the timbered terrain.

Resource extraction and rural infrastructure are evident through the presence of several Gravel Pits and the winding Lower Lost Prairie Road. To the south, smaller water bodies such as Skookum Lake and Hidden Lakes sit near Pine Prairie, offering a detailed look at the local hydrology before these waters reach the larger valley systems. The map reflects a moment in Montana's history where traditional forest uses and small-town settlement patterns remained closely linked to the natural topography.