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2017 Map of Musselshell

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Musselshell sits at a critical junction of river and road in Central Montana, where the Musselshell River carves a winding path through the landscape. The layout of the town is defined by a traditional grid, including 2nd Ave, and is closely tied to the water management of the region through infrastructure like the Chandler Ditch. The surrounding terrain is marked by seasonal drainages such as Sand Cr and Hawk Cr, which feed into the main river valley.

Transport routes like Old Musselshell Rd and Ragged Point Rd suggest the enduring importance of this area as a corridor for movement across the plains. The land is divided into township and range sections, notably t9n r29e, reflecting the systematic survey patterns that have governed Montana land use for generations. This 2017 survey provides a precise accounting of the contemporary road network and hydrological features that sustain this ranching and agricultural community.