1983 Map of Gady Coulee

About this map

Sheep Creek meanders across the northern reaches of this eastern Montana landscape, reflecting the characteristic drainage patterns of the Missouri River plateau. Surveyed by the Geological Survey in the early 1980s, the terrain is defined by the winding course of Gady Coulee as it carves through the prairie. The map documents a sparsely populated agricultural and industrial environment, evidenced by scattered grain bins and an underground pipeline cutting across the eastern sections. This provisional survey provides a precise view of the topography and land use in McCone County during a period when modern energy and agricultural infrastructure began to leave a permanent mark on the open plains.