2011 Map of Gravel Draw

About this map

Sloan Brothers Ranch, Courtemanche Ranch, and Geisinger Ranch anchor this landscape where South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana converge. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of drainages and seasonal draws, most notably Gravel Draw and the winding course of Owl Creek. Human intervention in this arid environment is evidenced by essential water management infrastructure, including the Moore Dam, which contains the Moore Reservoir in the southwestern corner, alongside the Owl Creek Dam and Mowry Draw Dam. These features illustrate the vital role of water storage in supporting ranching operations throughout Butte County. The presence of Albion Rd provides a primary corridor through the northern sections, while creeks like Lonetree Creek and Ghost Creek further delineate the watershed patterns of this high plains region.