1957 Map of Thompson Falls

About this map

Thompson Falls serves as the hub of this mid-century landscape, situated along the Northern Pacific railroad and the Clark Fork river. The map records the area just before a significant topographical change: blue hachured lines indicate the extent of the proposed Noxon Rapids Reservoir, which was planned to alter the river valley near Finley Flats and Belknap. Outside the river corridor, the terrain is defined by the steep ridges of the Kaniksu National Forest and Lolo National Forest. Local industry and infrastructure are evident in features such as the Lucky Luke Mine, a Sawmill near the town center, and the Airstrip to the east. High-elevation landmarks like Cube Iron Mtn and Mt Silcox overlook numerous glacial lakes, including Graves Lake and Arrowhead Lake, while the VFW Cem provides a point of interest for genealogists researching family history in White Pine.