1967 Map of Hay Coulee

About this map

Square Butte rises above a highly dissected Montana landscape where cattle ranching and remote outposts define the character of the terrain. The 1967 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures a sparsely populated region of Garfield County, centered on the complex drainage systems of Lodgepole Creek and Union Creek. Settlement patterns are minimal, represented by the isolated Dilo Sch and a scattered Lodge, reflecting the vast distances typical of this Missouri River country before significant modern development. The mapping detail emphasizes the intricate network of coulees and seasonal watercourses, including Cottonwood Coulee and Hay Coulee, which provide the essential structure for navigation and land use in this arid stretch of the High Plains.