1987 Map of Antelope Flat

About this map

Berry Coulee and the surrounding high plains of Chouteau County define this landscape, where natural drainage and seasonal water sources dictate the placement of human activity. The terrain is characterized by broad expanses like Leepers Flat and Antelope Flat, which transitions into the localized depression of Antelope Lake. These features reflect a classic high-plains environment where water is a precious resource, underscored by the presence of Sheep Coulee Springs. This 1987 provisional study reveals a rural economy primarily focused on resource extraction and water management. Small-scale industrial activity is evidenced by a Gravel Pit and scattered Well sites, indicating the sparse but deliberate infrastructure required to support the remote ranching or agricultural operations of the region. The map provides a look at the section lines and township boundaries that organized the territory into a functional grid for development and land ownership.