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1956 Map of Crockett Mountains

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Crockett Mountains
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through the northwestern corner of this territory, defining the natural boundary between Stanley Co and Dewey Co. This mid-century survey illustrates a sparsely settled ranching landscape, highlighted by the Webb Ranch and the solitary Rousseau Cem near the riverbanks. The Cheyenne River Indian Reservation Boundary cuts across the northern reaches, marking a significant transition in land jurisdiction.

The topography is dominated by the Crockett Mountains and prominent elevations such as Lindsay Butte and Black Butte. Water sources are critical in this environment, as evidenced by the location of a Flowing Well and the drainage network of Sansarc Creek and Cedar Butte Creek. The flatlands of Orton Flat provide a stark contrast to the surrounding broken terrain, offering a clear view of the ranching infrastructure and land use patterns before major regional developments.