Capitol, Montana
Capitol is a ghost town in Carter County, Montana, United States.
Geography[]
Capitol is located at 45°26′10″N 104°03′54″W / 45.43611°N 104.065°WCoordinates: 45°26′10″N 104°03′54″W / 45.43611°N 104.065°W. Its elevation is 3,168 ft (966 m).
WikiMiniAtlasCapitol was named after Capitol Rock, a prominent landmark in the nearby Long Pine Hills.[1] Capitol is located on the Little Missouri River and close to the South Dakota border.
Town[]
Capitol is a ghost town with two remaining buildings.
Post Office[]
Capitol had a post office from 1891–1982. Residents who have a Capitol address receive their mail from the neighboring post office of Camp Crook, South Dakota.
Church[]
A church named 'Little Missouri Lutheran Church' is located near Capitol. The congregation celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2014. The church was established 5 months before Montana became a state.
Cemeteries[]
Capitol Cemetery is located northeast of town on Little Missouri Road. The Little Missouri Lutheran Church Cemetery is located behind the current church location.
Population[]
As of 2017 the population of Capitol is 3.
References[]
Municipalities and communities of Carter County, Montana, United States | ||
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