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1984 Map of Tiger Butte

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Tiger Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Tiger Butte dominates the southern landscape of this Chouteau County terrain, where the Missouri River breaks topography begins to transition into more pronounced highlands. This 1984 provisional survey highlights the intricate drainage systems that define the area, including the southward-flowing Little Birch Creek and the winding course of Dog Creek. The map serves as a detailed record of the natural landforms that dictated early ranching and travel routes in this part of Montana, showcasing prominent elevations like Sawmill Butte and the elongated spine of Pecora Ridge.

The landscape is characterized by a network of ridges and watercourses, such as Tiger Ridge and Connely Creek, which reveal the underlying geological structure of the region. As a provisional edition, it captures the raw topographical data of these breaks and buttes, providing a clear view of the territory before significant modern development or changes in land use patterns altered the local environment.