1986 Map of Flatwillow

About this map

Flatwillow Creek meanders through this portion of Petroleum County, carving a distinct valley through the high Montana plains. The small settlement of Flatwillow serves as the primary landmark, situated where the terrain transitions toward the watercourse. This 1986 provisional edition, based on earlier 1970s aerial photography and field checks, captures a landscape defined by ranching and water management. Evidence of local activity is found in features like the isolated Cem and various Corral sites, indicating the area's continued reliance on livestock and traditional land use. Tributaries like Pike Creek and Little Creek further define the drainage patterns of the region, while numerous scattered Well and Spring points reflect the critical importance of water resources in this arid environment.