1967 Map of Fallon NE

About this map

The boundary between Dawson and Prairie Counties runs through this sparsely settled Montana landscape, where the Missouri River Basin development program shaped the local hydrology. The drainage of Bad Route Creek and Cracker Box Creek dominates the topography, illustrating the complex erosion patterns typical of the region. In the southern portion of the map, the introduction of the Main Canal signifies the shift toward managed water resources for agriculture, a stark contrast to the intermittent flows of Hatchet Creek. A modern Pipeline cuts across the eastern sections, marking the intersection of traditional ranching terrain with industrial infrastructure during the mid-20th century. The map captures a transition from purely natural drainage to a more engineered environment as the state's irrigation and energy networks expanded.