1989 Map of Tucker Creek

About this map

Deerlodge National Forest and the Fleecer Mountain State Wildlife Management Area dominate this section of Silver Bow County, where the landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Divide drainage system. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous gulches, including the colorfully named Crazy Swede Creek, Freezeout Gulch, and Climax Gulch. Evidence of the region's extractive history is scattered throughout the slopes, with numerous Prospect markings, Mine Shafts, and a Quarry indicating widespread mineral exploration in the late 20th century. Notable local landmarks include the Fleecer FS Sta and the South Fork Res, while the Highland Road provides the primary passage through the high country. The map captures a moment of balance between protected wildlife habitat and active mining prospecting across the Montana backcountry.