2015 Map of Cedar Ridge

About this map

The Little Missouri River snakes through this high-plains landscape in Crook County, creating a distinct drainage pattern for several smaller tributaries. This 2015 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a sparsely populated ranching and grazing region, where the terrain is dominated by the prominent Cedar Ridge and numerous seasonal watercourses. The network of drainage includes Mitten Prong, Driscoll Cr, and Little Mud Cr, which funnel water across the arid landscape toward the primary river channel. Human activity in the area is largely tied to livestock management, as indicated by the presence of Grazing Association Rd and local infrastructure like the Croppie Number 2 Reservoir. Other rural access is provided by Little Missouri Rd and Mule Creek Rd, connecting the remote drainages of Carrie Nation Cr and Hulett Cr to the wider county road system.