1987 Map of Shannon Bridge

About this map

The Teton River carves a deep path through the plateau of Chouteau County in this 1987 provisional survey, revealing a landscape defined by sharp coulees and remote ranching infrastructure. The river valley is flanked by Sheep Coulee and Wolf Coulee, which cut into the high plains of Antelope Flat. This era shows the persistence of early 20th-century landmarks such as the Faris School and Mc Bridy Spring, alongside modern utility developments like the Pumping Station and an extensive Pipeline network. The map records several vital river crossings, including Woods Crossing and Dent Bridge, which served as critical nodes for local transit across the winding waterway. These features, combined with isolated markers like a lone Grave, offer a granular look at the sparse settlement patterns and utilitarian land use in North Central Montana during the late 1980s.