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2011 Map of Work Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Yellowstone River cuts across the northern edge of this Sweet Grass County landscape, shaping the development of the small settlement at Quebec and the neighboring area of The Greycliffs. Inland from the river, the terrain is defined by a network of drainages and historical paths, most notably the Bozeman Trl, which traverses the central section of the sheet. This route highlights the area's importance as a corridor for movement across the Montana territory, connecting the river valley to the interior gulches.

Genealogists and local historians can locate the Kent Cemetery situated near the intersection of Frontage Rd and Kent Ditch, serving as a silent marker of early residents. The map captures the interplay of water and land through features like Bridger Creek and Work Creek, which feed into the valley from points like Shanks Basin and Norwegian Gulch, illustrating the geographic factors that dictated ranching and settlement patterns in this part of Montana.