2020 Map of Brown Spring

About this map

Brown Spring and the surrounding high plains terrain define this part of the Montana interior, where the border of Fergus and Petroleum counties cuts through a landscape of coulees and ridges. The topography is dominated by drainage patterns flowing toward Dovetail Cr in the north and Blood Cr in the south, separated by prominent landforms such as Dunn Ridge and the landmark elevation of Dog Butte. This 2020 survey reveals a contemporary ranching and rangeland environment, characterized by sparse infrastructure and significant elevation changes. Transport through this remote section of the state relies on a handful of established routes, including Valentine Rd, Dovetail Rd, and the 79 Trl, which navigate the steep descents into Connoly Coulee and Carter Coulee.