1984 Map of Harb SW

About this map

The high plains along the Phillips Co and Valley Co border are defined by an intricate network of drainage channels in this mid-1980s topographic study. The landscape is characterized by its named coulees, including Windmill Coulee, Pickhandle Coulee, and Black Coulee, which serve as the primary geographical markers in this sparsely populated territory. Larb Creek cuts through the southeastern corner, while the presence of Grove Coulee and Grandpa Coulee suggests a history of local naming conventions tied to family homesteads or specific landmarks. This provisional survey captures the elevation and drainage patterns of the Montana prairie before modern digital mapping, providing a clear view of the section lines and terrain that governed land use in this part of the state.