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1969 Map of Hollenbeck Draw

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Hollenbeck Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Clarks Fork Yellowstone River carves a deep valley through this borderland between Montana and Wyoming, defining the agricultural and hydrological character of the late 1960s. Irrigation is the lifeblood of the basin, evidenced by an intricate network of man-made waterways including the Rocky Point Canal, Wills Ditch, and Interstate Ditch. These systems divert water to support the arid landscape, while the Gaging Sta and Pumping Sta underscore the managed nature of the river.

Genealogical interest is centered on the Belfry Cem near the northern boundary and Chance Cem further south. The map documents numerous gravel pits and named coulees like Big Sand Coulee, illustrating a terrain shaped by both natural erosion and extractive use. Strategic water storage is also mapped at Monroe Res and V O Reservoir, which are vital for sustaining local ranching and farming operations.