1995 Map of Pinchout Creek

About this map

The Lewis and Clark National Forest boundary marks a sharp transition between the open valley floor and the rising slopes of the Castle Mountains. This 1995 revision reveals a landscape defined by water management and mountain terrain, centered on the Smith River and its numerous tributaries. Significant hydraulic infrastructure is mapped in detail, including the South Side Canal and the South Side Canal Aqueduct, which divert water across the drainage of Pinchout Creek. Higher elevations are characterized by landmarks like Kings Hill and Clay Butte, alongside scattered mining activity noted by several Prospects and a Gravel Pit near the North Fork Smith River. The presence of the Willow Creek Reservoir and the Trinity Spring highlights the critical role of water sources in this part of Meagher County.