1983 Map of Sims Spring

About this map

Sims Spring marks a vital water source in this corner of Roosevelt County, Montana, where the arid landscape is defined by the drainage patterns of Boxelder Creek and Chelsea Creek. This 1983 provisional survey highlights the functional infrastructure of the high plains, illustrating how ranching and agricultural operations utilized the terrain. The presence of specific agricultural markers like Grain Bins and a remote Landing Strip suggests a period of industrialized farming where large-scale storage and aerial access were essential to local commerce. The map provides a detailed look at the section lines and topographic contours that guided land use during the early 1980s, offering a clear record of the rural Montana interior before modern digital mapping.