2020 Map of Naismith

About this map

Shelby sits at the northern edge of this Toole County landscape, where the high plains meet the winding course of the Marias River. This region is defined by its deep coulees and water management, with Summers Reservoir and Ovens Reservoir providing critical storage in an otherwise arid environment. The map records the southern expansion of Shelby and the smaller settlement of Naismith near the Toole Co Pondera Co border. Local infrastructure is marked by family-named routes such as Underdal Rd and Kraft Rd, alongside industrial activity at Shelby Sand and Gravel. The intricate topography of Hilger Coulee illustrates the erosional forces that have shaped the river valley, creating a distinct contrast between the flat upland agricultural sections and the broken terrain following the river's path.