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1960 Map of Sanders

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Sanders
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Yellowstone River dominates this landscape, winding through a complex system of islands and sandbars as it passes the small settlement of Sanders. The maps reveals an environment shaped by water management and transport, where the Yellowstone Canal and Hysham Canal flank the river to support agriculture in the Mission Valley. The Burlington Northern railroad corridor runs parallel to the southern bank, serving as the primary infrastructure artery for the region.

Interesting local toponyms like Starved to Death Creek, Roach Coulee, and Deveny Coulee point to the area's pioneer history and the harsh realities of the high plains terrain. Land use is further marked by industrial features like a Substation, Gravel Pits, and a Storage Bin near the rail line, indicating a rural economy centered on resource extraction and transport. The boundary between Treasure and Rosebud counties is clearly delineated in the eastern portion of the survey.