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2017 Map of Big Timber

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Big Timber
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Big Timber sits at the confluence of the Yellowstone River and the Boulder River, serving as a hub for local agriculture and transportation. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of irrigation canals, including the Mauland-Rapstad Ditch, Arneson-Ditch, and Post-Kellogg Ditch, which redirect water from the river systems to support the surrounding McKenzie Flats and Airport Flats. This reliance on water management is a hallmark of the region's ranching and farming heritage.

Transportation corridors dominate the area, with the BNSF Railway and Interstate 90 paralleling the water. Notable local landmarks such as the Mountain View Cem and the Old Boulder Bridge provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians. The varied terrain includes several coulees, such as Fyfe Coulee and Scyphers Coulee, and the distinct Fire Island in the middle of the river, reflecting the complex natural geography of Sweet Grass County.