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2001 Map of Watson

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Watson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Helena National Forest terrain dominates this 2001 revision, where the Townsend Ranger District manages a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainages and named gulches. The settlement of Watson lies near the intersection of various water systems like Kentucky Gulch and Ohio Gulch, while Camp is situated further north among the folds of Batchelor Gulch. The mapping reflects a long history of land use, evidenced by features such as Lambing Camp Gl and Freighters Gulch, pointing toward early ranching and transportation routes through the mountains.

Water sources are vital markers in this high country, from the larger Beaver Creek and Cottonwood Creek in the north to smaller tributaries like Keep Cool Creek and Tailings Creek. The presence of Stovanooff Lake and numerous Prospects near Democrat Gulch suggests a history of mineral exploration and water management. The boundary between Meagher and Broadwater counties traverses the southern section, following the ridges above the North Fork.