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2011 Map of Waltham

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Waltham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Belt Creek carves a winding path through this central Montana landscape, defining the local geography alongside the prominent elevations of Shepherd Butte and Rattlesnake Hill. The area's transportation history is etched into the terrain by a sequence of named tunnels that follow the creek's course, including Lacey Tunnel Number 3, Amphitheater Tunnel Number 4, and Red Coulee Tunnel Number 6. These engineering features point to the historical importance of the rail corridor in moving people and goods through the rugged coulees.

Small settlements such as Waltham, Red Coulee, and Rogers are connected by a network of ranch roads like Shepherd Butte Rd and Peck and Lacey Rd. Local ranching activity is further evidenced by the Peterson Ranch Airport and distinct landmarks like Shepherd Crossing and the Pack and Lacey Crossing. The map provides a clear look at the intersection of agriculture and transit at the crossroads of Four Corners.