2020 Map of Belle Prairie

About this map

Belle Prairie sits at the center of this Dawson County landscape, where the high plains are deeply incised by a complex network of seasonal drainages. This recent 2020 survey reveals a topography defined by erosion and ranching access, with prominent elevations like Bryants Buttes rising above the surrounding coulees. The drainage pattern is the dominant natural feature, characterized by the winding paths of Cotton Cr and Serrine Cr, which cut through the undulating terrain. A grid of rural routes, including RD 320 and RD 311, provides the primary infrastructure for this sparsely populated region. The map highlights the intersection of several townships, including t17n r56e and t16n r57e, illustrating the enduring influence of the Public Land Survey System on Montana’s rural development and land management.