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2015 Map of Bridger

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Bridger
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Cheyenne River carves a deep valley through this West River landscape, defining the border between Ziebach County and Haakon County. Along its banks, the settlement of Bridger sits at the junction of several drainage systems, including Red Horse Draw and Bridger Cr. This area is characterized by high plateau flats and seasonal watercourses, with Bridger Flat and Barthold Flat providing level ground amidst the dissected terrain of Clayton Draw and Hall Draw.

Transport through this isolated region is anchored by Cherry Creek Rd and Four Corners Rd, which converge near the Four Corner Bridge. Water remains a vital resource in this arid environment, marked by Hatchet Spring and Lake Buffalo. The map reveals a ranching-oriented layout where local topography is meticulously named, likely reflecting the significance of specific draws and springs to local land use and family history in the early 21st century.