2024 Map of Grass Range NW

About this map

Black Butte rises as the dominant topographic landmark in this section of Fergus County, overlooking a landscape defined by the drainage systems of South Fork Bear Creek and Brickyard Creek. The settlement of Fords Creek Colony anchors the southeastern corner, where the Ford's Creek Colony Cem and the junction of Fords Creek Rd and Sumac Rd provide a clear view of the area's modern land use. The map illustrates a network of rural roads, including Black Butte Rd and Bowser Rd, that follow the contours of the high plains. This contemporary survey details the intersection of public land survey boundaries like t17n r22e and t16n r21e, showing how ranching and agricultural tracts are organized around the natural watercourses.