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2020 Map of Hope Ranch

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Hope Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Hope Ranch stands as a focal point in this portion of Treasure County, a landscape defined by an intricate network of coulees and seasonal drainages. The topography is shaped by the winding courses of Big Lightning Cr and its tributaries, including Little Lightning Cr and Thunder Cr. This terrain demonstrates the classic drainage patterns of the Montana plains, where narrow valleys like Jasper Coulee and Haystack Coulee cut through the high ground.

Transportation through this ranching country is anchored by Tullock Rd and Burnt Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the land. The presence of features such as West Bosshart Coulee and Hollister Coulee suggests the significance of family-named landmarks in navigating this open country. This survey illustrates the relationship between the few established roads and the deep, eroded watercourses like Tullock Cr and E Burnt Cr that dictate the movement of cattle and commerce across the range.