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Description

This map of Silverbow County, Montana showcases the region's geography, settlements, transportation routes, and natural features. It highlights the diverse landscapes, from the mountainous terrain to the river valleys, which characterize this area in western Montana. 

The map configuration lasted from March 1893 to June 1903.

Silver Bow County is bordered by Deer Lodge County to the north, Jefferson County to the east, Madison County to the south, and Beaverhead and Granite Counties to the west.

The map includes numerous place names within Silver Bow County and nearby areas. Settlements and locations of note include Butte, Walkerville, Gunderson, Woodville, Burlington, Rocker, Divide, Ralston, and Timber Bre. Prominent natural features are labeled as well, such as German Gulch, French Gulch, Red Mountain (Red Min.), Big Hole River, Wisdom River, Little Pipestone Creek, and Rock Creek. The map also marks smaller creeks and areas like Moose Creek, Soap Gulch, and Norwood's Camp.

The geographic depiction emphasizes mountainous terrain, with many gulches and ridges highlighted, reflecting the rugged landscape of the area. The inclusion of mining-related terms such as gulches and camps reflects the importance of mining activities in the county during this period. This map serves as a snapshot of Silver Bow County's development at the end of the 19th century, illustrating its centrality to Montana's mining boom and its rich natural environment.