2017 Map of Box Elder Creek

About this map

Box Elder Cr and Pumpkin Cr define the drainage patterns of this rural Powder River County landscape, where the high plains are carved by an intricate network of seasonal coulees and creeks. The terrain is structured by early township and range boundaries including t1s r48e and t2s r49e, reflecting the systematic settlement of eastern Montana. Transport through these ranchlands follows established routes such as Lockwood Rd and Big Pumpkin Rd, which trace the contours of the drainage basins. Notable local landmarks like Two Moms Cr, Double Corral Cr, and Kiwah Cr suggest a history of livestock grazing and early homesteading. The map details the transition from the broader valley of Pumpkin Cr to the more concentrated draws of Camp Cr and Sand Coulee, providing a clear record of the area's physical geography and modern rural infrastructure.