1995 Map of Birney Day School

About this map

The Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation and the Tongue River valley dominate this mid-1990s landscape in Rosebud County. The settlement of Birney sits along the western bank of the river, serving as a focal point for local life alongside the Birney Day School and a nearby Cem. The map reveals a complex water management system, most notably the Cheyenne Ditch which parallels the river's winding course through the valley floor. To the southeast, the terrain shifts into the Custer National Forest and the Tongue River Breaks, an area dedicated to a large Hiking and Riding Area. The inclusion of Nance Landing Field and numerous named springs and creeks, such as Pawnee Creek and Mission Creek, provides a detailed look at the local geography of this ranching and reservation land in eastern Montana.