2024 Map of Columbus East

About this map

The town of Columbus anchors the southwestern corner of this Stillwater County landscape, situated where the high plains meet the intricate drainage systems of the Yellowstone valley. The area is defined by a series of parallel watercourses including Hensley Creek, Toms Creek, and Horse Creek, which carve through the rising elevation of Shaw Ridge. An important piece of agricultural infrastructure, the Columbus Water Users Association Ditch, follows the contour of the valley floor, illustrating the region's historical reliance on managed water for ranching and farming. Near the southern edge, the Woltermann Memorial Airport provides a modern navigational landmark adjacent to the older routes of Old US Hwy 10. The map also traces various local thoroughfares such as Sheep Dip Rd and Michigan Ridge Rd, which provide access to the high ground overlooking the drainage basins.