2011 Map of Cushman NW

About this map

Merrills Springs Creek winds through this section of Golden Valley County, Montana, defining a landscape shaped by intermittent water sources and ranching infrastructure. The map illustrates a rural expanse where water management is critical, evidenced by several small-scale reservoirs such as Babbit Dam, George Rath Number 3 Dam, and Hammer Number 1 Dam. These features, often named for local landholders, highlight the intersection of private property and natural resource development in the early 21st century. Womans Pocket Rd serves as a primary transit corridor across the northern portion of the quadrangle, connecting the drainages of Alkali Creek and Currant Creek. The drainage patterns and road placements reflect the sparse, utilitarian layout of the Big Snowy Mountains' foothills region.