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1937 Map of Valier

Name: 1937 Topographic Map of Valier
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1937
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1937

About this map

The Marias River carves a winding path across this northern Montana landscape, marking the northern boundary of Pondera County and separating it from Glacier and Toole counties. The town of Valier stands as the primary hub, situated near the shores of Lake Frances, which is managed by the Lake Frances Dam. The region is defined by an extensive irrigation network, with numerous Canals and the Bullhead Drop facilitating agricultural development across the plains.

Rural life is meticulously documented through family-named landmarks such as Wilkins Ranch, Sill Ranch, and the Seifert Ranch. Education and faith served as the cornerstones of these prairie communities, evidenced by a high density of country schools including Munyon Sch, Outlook Sch, and the Belgian Sch near the Belgian Ch. Transportation infrastructure is anchored by the Montana Western railroad and the early Landing Field south of Valier.