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2014 Map of Castle Rocks

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Castle Rocks
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Pryor serves as the primary settlement on this Big Horn County landscape, positioned where the terrain begins its ascent into the high country. The topography is defined by significant elevations such as W Pryor Mtn and the namesake Castle Rocks, which overlook a complex system of drainages and seasonal waterways. A critical passage through the region is marked by Pryor Gap, a feature that has historically influenced transit patterns across this portion of Montana.

Water management and natural hydrology are evident through features like Lost Cr Ditch and Bird Cr, while Pryor Cr winds through the central valley. The road network, including Pryor Gap Rd and Red Star Dr, follows the natural contours of the land, connecting the settlement of Pryor to the higher elevations near Crown Butte in the south. This survey highlights the intersection of modern infrastructure with the enduring landforms of the Crow Indian Reservation area.