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1995 Map of Russian Flat

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Russian Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

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Little Belt Mountains dominate this high-country landscape along the border of Judith Basin and Meagher counties. This 1990s revision by the Forest Service highlights a region defined by its timber and mining history, centered on the broad, elevated plateau of Russian Flat. The drainage patterns are distinct, with the headwaters of the South Fork Judith River and the Musselshell River carving deep into the terrain.

Evidence of historical extraction remains visible through features like the Jumbo Mine and New Deal Mine tucked near Spring Creek, while several scattered gravel pits and prospects suggest localized exploration. Public land management is a primary theme, marked by the presence of the Hunter Spring Guard Station and the recreation-focused Hunters Camp. These landmarks, alongside geological features like Elephant Rock and the secluded Hidden Lake, provide a detailed look at the infrastructure of the Lewis and Clark National Forest.