2011 Map of Bracket Butte SE

About this map

O'Fallon Creek and its network of tributaries define the topography of this corner of Fallon County. In this arid reach of eastern Montana, the collection of water is a primary concern, evidenced by the presence of Savage Dam and the meandering paths of Spring Creek, Hay Creek, and Miles City Creek. The landscape is etched by these drainage patterns, which dictate the placement of local infrastructure like Ismay Rd and Road 328. This map captures the area as a pastoral landscape of wide drainages and sparse road networks, typical of the high plains before further modern development. Researchers can trace the precise contours of the creek beds and the strategic positioning of small-scale water management features that have historically supported ranching and agriculture in this open range environment.