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2011 Map of Carter Mountain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Carter Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Shonkin Creek winds through this central Montana landscape, serving as the primary drainage for a network of coulees and gulches in Chouteau County. The terrain is characterized by the prominent elevation of Carter Mountain and a series of distinct geographical depressions including Todd Coulee, Broker Coulee, and Elmer Coulee. These features represent a classic High Plains topography where water has carved deep paths through the ranching country.

Local history and genealogy interests center on the Upper Shonkin Cemetery and the Shonkin Cow Camp, which indicate the long-standing agricultural and ranching heritage of the area. A network of rural routes, such as West Shonkin Rd and Bishop Creek Rd, provide access across the creeks, with the Shonkin Creek Bridge serving as a notable crossing point. The map also identifies numerous family-named landmarks like Smith Creek and Keaster Creek, tracing the legacy of early settlers in the region.