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1985 Map of Valentine

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Valentine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Valentine stands as a focal point in this 1985 survey, situated on the high plains of central Montana near the boundary of Fergus and Petroleum Counties. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems, most notably the meandering paths of Blood Creek and Sage Creek, which carve through the terrain. These watercourses are supplemented by seasonal features like Sourdough Coulee and Hay Coulee, illustrating the hydrologic patterns of this semi-arid region.

Remote outposts and geographic markers like Valentine Springs offer specific points of interest for those tracing the history of land use and ranching in this portion of the state. The map’s focus on elevation and natural drainage provides an essential resource for understanding the rural development and environmental character of these two neighboring counties during the late twentieth century.