2011 Map of Butler Table

About this map

Butler Table rises as a prominent landform in this portion of eastern Montana, shaping the drainage patterns of the surrounding prairie. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Burns Creek system, including North Fork Burns Creek, Middle Fork Burns Creek, and the main stem of Burns Creek. These seasonal watercourses and their tributaries, such as McCone Creek, create a dissected terrain typical of the region's high plains. Human impact on the land is reflected in the network of rural routes like Road 531 and County Rd 325, which follow the natural contours and section lines. The Huffman Number 1 Dam stands as a specific marker of water management in this arid environment, providing a focal point for local land use and ranching infrastructure within the drainage basin.