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2011 Map of Tampico

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Tampico
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Tampico serves as the focal point of this agricultural and riparian landscape in Valley County, where the meandering course of the Milk River creates a complex network of oxbows and river bends. The settlement is linked to the surrounding northern plains via the Tampico Bridge and a series of rural routes including Tampico North Rd and Liberty Rd. Water management is central to the area's geography, evidenced by the presence of both the Blue Cheese Dam and Cain Dam.

The terrain is defined by dry coulees and creeks that feed into the river valley, such as Hay Coulee, Unger Coulee, and Buggy Creek. Local landmarks like Etchart Field and Antelope Spring reflect the region's ranching character, while the Glasgow Rest Area marks the periphery of the larger neighboring community. The map provides a detailed look at the local road network, including family-named ways like Kirwin Rd and Billingsley Rd, which were vital for connecting isolated homesteads to the river hub.