2024 Map of Darby Buttes

About this map

Darby Buttes rise above the drainage systems of Garfield County, marking a prominent relief in this section of the Montana rangeland. The landscape is defined by the carved paths of Santo Arroyo Creek, which flows through the southern and western portions of the quadrangle, and Sand Creek to the northwest. This 2024 survey documents a sparsely settled territory where land use is oriented around large-scale township divisions, including t16n r38e and t17n r38e. Human infrastructure is limited to a few arterial paths such as Krikorian Rd and Long Branch Rd, which provide access to the remote coulees and drainage basins like that of Long Branch Creek. The map reflects a modern topographic view of the region's enduring geographic character, highlighting the complex network of intermittent watercourses that shape the high plains terrain.