2011 Map of Harb

About this map

Harb serves as the central point in this prairie landscape of Valley County, Montana, where a network of water management features and seasonal drainages defines the local geography. The area's reliance on ranching and water conservation is evident through several named infrastructure projects, including Ohs Dam, Bruckner Number 2 Dam, and Chanlin Dam. These structures manage the flow through a series of traditional Montana coulees, such as Snowbank Coulee in the north and Pickhandle Coulee in the southwest. Transport through this rural expanse is anchored by Beaver Creek Rd, which cuts across the terrain to connect the isolated settlement of Harb with the surrounding grazing lands. The map captures the specialized land use of the High Plains, where naming conventions for small dams and distinct coulees like Blanche Coulee and Box Elder Coulee reflect a detailed local knowledge of the drainage systems vital to the region's economy.