2014 Map of Dry Creek Butte

About this map

Dry Creek Butte and the East Fork Buttes anchor this high-plains landscape in Powder River County, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages and coulees. The map highlights a significant segment of the E Fork Little Powder River, which winds northwestward through the central portion of the quadrangle. This watercourse, along with its tributaries like Burdette Cr and Flat Cr, illustrates the drainage patterns typical of southeastern Montana's ranching country. Human infrastructure is primarily represented by Us-212, a major transit route that cuts diagonally across the northern half of the survey, crossing Olson Gulch as it connects this isolated region to the broader road network. The lack of concentrated settlements emphasizes the open-range character of the land during this period, with the topography being the primary feature for local navigation.