1951 Map of Springdale

About this map

The Yellowstone River and the Northern Pacific railroad define the northern corridor of this territory at the boundary of Park and Sweet Grass counties. The landscape transitions from the river valley into a high-relief interior where numerous family landholdings are documented, reflecting the ranching and homesteading history of mid-century Montana. Settlements such as Springdale and the Springdale Ranch anchor the northern reach, while a network of isolated sites like the Hash Homestead (Aban'd), Olson Homestead, and Bert Woods Homestead are scattered across the drainages of Mendenhall Creek and Jarrett Creek. To the south, the topography drops toward the West Boulder River, bounded by the prominent geological feature of the Coal Mine Rim. This documentation provides a clear look at the distribution of remote residences and the vital role of natural water sources like Chicken Creek and Spring Creek in sustaining the local agrarian economy.