2017 Map of Bear Creek School

About this map

The Dufford Cem and Bear Creek School anchor this rural landscape in Powder River County, Montana, providing key landmarks for genealogical and local history research. The terrain is defined by prominent topographical features such as Chico Buttes, Nipple Butte, and Red Butte, which rise above the surrounding drainages. A network of local watercourses, including Mud Springs Cr, Finn Cr, and Vance Cr, dictates the movement through the region, often paralleled by the established road system of Quietus Rd and Bear Creek Rd. Several named geographic depressions, such as Mac Alister Draw and Jojo Draw, further illustrate the complex erosion patterns and family names tied to the land. This survey reflects a contemporary look at a remote ranching and agricultural region where traditional place names and land use patterns persist.