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1965 Map of Red Rock

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Red Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Clark Canyon Reservoir dominates the northwestern portion of this landscape, its waters held back by the Clark Canyon Dam. This mid-1960s survey illustrates a rural corridor where the Union Pacific railroad tracks parallel the Red Rock River, connecting the small settlement of Red Rock to the surrounding ranching and mining lands. The topography is defined by numerous drainage systems cutting through the high ground, including Limekiln Canyon and Bell Canyon, which feed into the central valley.

Industrial activity is noted by several Gravel Pits near the railroad, suggesting the importance of local material extraction for transportation infrastructure. The map also delineates the Clark Canyon Reservoir Recreational Area, indicating the region's development for public use during this era. High mountain tracks like the Jeep Trail and Horse Trail crisscross the higher elevations near Maurer Creek, providing access to the rugged interior of Beaverhead County.