2017 Map of Deep Creek SW

About this map

Smallpox Cr and Middle Cr define the northern drainage patterns of this high-elevation landscape in Big Horn County, Montana. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey details a territory heavily influenced by headwater streams and water management infrastructure, most notably the Lost Cr Ditch and the secluded Crater Lake. The map reveals a complex system of water sources, including Lost Creek Spring, which feed into various forks of the Pryor Creek system such as E Pryor Cr and S Pryor Cr. This area is characterized by significant topographic relief, where numerous small tributaries like Hay Cr and Shively Cr carve through the terrain. The inclusion of Protracted Blocks (PB) across the township and range lines indicates areas where standard section surveys were not completed, often reflecting the challenging nature of the local geography.