1985 Map of Cactus Flat

About this map

The Marias River carves a winding path through the northern Montana landscape, serving as the border between Pondera Co and Toole Co. This mid-1980s survey illustrates a region defined by its distinct topographical levels, where the high northern benches drop away into the expansive Cactus Flat and the Bullhead Valley to the south. The settlement at Willow Rounds is situated near a sharp bend in the river, highlighting the historic reliance on water sources in this arid environment. Irrigation infrastructure is visible through the presence of a Canal cutting across the southern plains. Natural drainage patterns are further defined by features like Schultz Coulee, which provides insight into the seasonal water flow and erosion that has shaped the local cattle country and farming districts.