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2014 Map of Ash Creek West

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Ash Creek West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Coal Bank Hill rises as a prominent landmark in this segment of Garfield County, marking a landscape defined by the intricate drainage networks of the Missouri River plateau. The area is dissected by numerous seasonal waterways, including the winding paths of S Fork Box Cr in the north and Lone Tree Cr to the south. This terrain, characterized by erosion-carved features like Penick Coulee, reflects the geological processes typical of the Montana plains where high ridges separate wide, dry creek beds.

Transportation through this ranching country is primarily facilitated by MT-341, which provides the main north-south passage across the townships. Smaller tributaries such as Ash Cr, Cat Cr, and Lost Cr create a complex topography of ridges and draws. These features provide essential orientation in a region where the land's utility is tied closely to the natural flow of water and the elevation of surrounding hills.