2014 Map of Fergus

About this map

The northern foothills of the Judith Mountains dominate this Central Montana landscape, anchored by the settlement of Fergus. This survey reveals a land defined by its drainages and ranching corridors, where Box Elder Cr and the E Fork Box Elder Cr carve through the high plains. In the southern reach of the quadrangle, Cone Butte stands as a prominent landmark above Mitchell Canyon, marking the transition into higher, more complex terrain. The map details a network of rural routes such as Horse Ranch Rd and Romunstad Rd that follow the natural contours of the land. Water management in this semi-arid region is represented by features like the Rindal Reservoir, illustrating the essential relationship between the ranching economy and the area's hydrology, including Dry Armells Cr and Brush Cr.