2014 Map of Dead Horse Coulee

About this map

Cottonwood Cr winds through the expansive drainage systems of Phillips County, carving a network of coulees that define this section of the Montana landscape. The topography is dominated by these deep seasonal channels, including the namesake Dead Horse Coulee and Bohner Coulee, which serve as critical markers in a region where water and relief are the primary navigational aids. This 2014 survey captures the rural infrastructure of the High Plains, where remote access is provided by unpaved routes such as Upper Frenchman Rd and the descriptively named Turkey Track Rd. The map illustrates the Public Land Survey System divisions between T35N and T36N, reflecting the geometric organization of ranching and grazing lands. Water features like E Fork Stinky Cr and Peck Coulee highlight the intricate hydrography that dictates the movement and settlement patterns across these vast, open ranges.