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2020 Map of Big Sheep Mountain

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Big Sheep Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Big Sheep Mtn dominates this portion of the Big Sheep Mountains in Montana, where the terrain is carved by a network of drainage systems. The landscape is defined by the convergence of several seasonal waterways, including W Duck Cr, E Duck Cr, and Ash Cr. These creeks draw a complex pattern of coulees and ridges across the Prairie County countryside, highlighting the characteristic topography of the eastern Montana high plains.

Remote transportation routes such as Big Sheep Mountain Rd and Duck Creek Rd trace the contours of the land, providing access to this sparsely populated region. A singular point of interest, Mud Spring, sits in the eastern reaches of the map, while Plenty Cr flows toward the south. The layout of these water sources and dirt tracks offers insight into the ranching and land-management practices of the modern era, where water remains the most vital resource for navigating and utilizing the range.