2011 Map of Capitol NW

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Sheep Mountain anchors this high-plains landscape in Carter County, Montana, where a network of ephemeral watercourses defines the terrain's character. The drainage patterns of Hackberry Creek and Cottonwood Creek dominate the central and southern portions of the map, while Sand Creek and Bull Creek occupy the northern reaches. This 2011 survey reveals a vast, open rangeland with minimal human infrastructure, characterized by long-distance gravel access routes like Sheep Mt Rd and Cottonwood Creek Rd. The sparse distribution of stock ponds and the lack of permanent settlements suggest a land primarily dedicated to livestock grazing and resource management in the remote eastern reaches of the state.