1967 Map of Fowler Coulee NW

About this map

The rolling plains of north-central Montana are defined here by a series of drainage systems, most notably Fowler Coulee and Pondera Coulee. This 1967 field-checked survey illustrates a landscape primarily dedicated to agriculture and grazing, where transportation is dictated by the section line grid and the natural depressions of the terrain. Early infrastructure in the area is represented by Sollid Road and Midway Road, which traverse the county line dividing Pondera and Toole counties. A solitary Gravel Pit near Favot Coulee suggests localized material extraction for road building or maintenance. The map reveals the intricate network of ephemeral watercourses, including South Pondera Coulee, that shape the movement across this prairie environment.