1958 Map of Sage Creek Point

About this map

Charles M Russell National Wildlife Range dominates this mid-century landscape where the waters of the Fort Peck Reservoir meet the intricate breaks of the Missouri River Basin. The topography is defined by prominent landforms such as Fourth Ridge and Fifth Ridge, which overlook the vast expanse of the reservoir. A historical cemetery is marked at Grave Point, suggesting a layer of early settlement life before the reservoir's normal pool elevation of 2246 feet reshaped the local geography. Recreational development is evident at The Pines Recreation Area, while the rugged drainage systems of North Embleton Coulee and South Embleton Coulee illustrate the complex erosion patterns of the Garfield and Valley County border. This map captures the transition of the Missouri River into a massive managed waterway, preserving the names of local landmarks like Chilkoot Pass and Bell Point within the protected wildlife range.