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2024 Map of Silesia

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Silesia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The Clarks Fork Yellowstone River converges toward the Yellowstone River in this Montana landscape, where a sophisticated network of early 21st-century irrigation infrastructure defines the valley floor. Engineering of the land is evident through numerous waterways such as the Big Ditch, Mason Canal, and White Horse Canal, which support agriculture along the White Horse Bench. The small settlements of Silesia and Rockvale serve as focal points for the rural community, situated along the BNSF Railway corridor.

Local history is preserved in discrete landmarks like the Howell Grave, located near the intersection of the rail line and the White Horse Canal. The terrain is characterized by the prominent Round Butte to the east and a series of named ditches, including the Free Silver Ditch and Smith Ditch, which trace the contours of the river valley. This survey illustrates the ongoing importance of water management and transportation in Carbon and Yellowstone Counties.