2014 Map of Silesia

About this map

The Clarks Fork Yellowstone River carves a central path through this Montana landscape, where the communities of Silesia and Rockvale serve as focal points for a region defined by complex irrigation and river geography. Extensive water management systems including the White Horse Canal, Mason Canal, and Smith Ditch reveal the agricultural engineering required to sustain the valley. The terrain transitions from the river bottom to prominent landforms like White Horse Bench and the isolated Round Butte to the east. Of particular interest for genealogical research is the isolated Howell Grave located south of Silesia. The map also documents historical transportation routes, such as Bundy Ferry Rd, which once connected these riverfront settlements before modern infrastructure like Us-212 and Us-310 became the primary arteries.