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2014 Map of John Hen Creek

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of John Hen Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Gobblers Knob rises as a central landmark in this portion of Rosebud County, overlooking a network of ephemeral drainages and essential water sources. The landscape is defined by the winding course of John Hen Creek and the upper reaches of Snider Cr, which are supported by several numbered springs such as 03N43E26ACAC01 Spring and 02N43E12AC 01 Spring. These springs are critical points in the arid environment, often marking historically significant gathering places or livestock watering sites in the ranching country of eastern Montana.

Transportation throughout the townships of T3N and T2N is provided by a series of gravel and dirt routes, including Cherry Creek Rd and Red Shale Rd. The drainage patterns of Cottonwood Cr and Trout Cr illustrate the complex topography that dictates the placement of these rural roads. This survey provides a precise look at the hydrology and terrain elevation of the region before more recent developments, preserving the named landmarks and water features used by generations of local residents.