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Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's Pillar, Montana
County of Yellowstone.
West of town of Pompey's Pillar on U.S. 10
National Register Number: 66000440
 Resource type: Site.
Property type: Landscape - natural feature. The threat level was Watch in
2006.
Congressional District: MT-at-Large Certified Local Government: NO
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Current use/information: National Monument: www.mt.blm.gov/pillarmon; 406-875-2233.

Statement of Significance (as of designation - July 23, 1965):
Pompey's Pillar is a massive natural block of sandstone which was a major landmark on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Clark's signature, carved on its surface, is still visible, the only physical evidence remaining of the expedition.

Condition:
The condition of the landmark is good. Despite efforts by many individuals, agencies, and interest groups, the four large silos were built and are quite visible from the pillar. The new BLM visitor’s center has been built and its design is sensitive to the landmarks integrity and view shed. Development such as cabins and other intrusions are planned to be moved away from the rock.

Recommendation/Change since last report:
Efforts should be made to work with local landowners to obtain conservation easements or take other measures protect the view shed around the pillar.


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