2017 Map of Benteen

About this map

Little Bighorn River meanders through the heart of the Little Bighorn Valley, defining the agricultural and hydrological character of this portion of Big Horn County. The small settlement of Benteen sits near the eastern bank, positioned where Long Otter Cr joins the main river system. This 2017 survey illustrates the critical role of water management in the region, featuring the Lodge Grass Canal Number One and the Reno Canal, which divert water to sustain the valley's land. The surrounding terrain is marked by numerous seasonal drainages with descriptive local names, including Shoulder Blade Cr, Bear-in-Middle Cr, and Mud Springs Cr. These watercourses carve into the higher ground flanking the valley, such as the area near Nest Cr, while established routes like Old Hwy 87 and Frontage Rd provide the primary north-south transit corridors through this rural landscape.