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2011 Map of Kelley

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Kelley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Kelley serves as the central point of this high-plains landscape, where the intersection of Kelley Rd and Fourmile Rd defines the local transportation hub. The surrounding terrain is characterized by a network of water management features, including the Seminary Number 10 Dam, Howard Coulee Number 1 Dam, and Goffena Number 4 Dam, which supported ranching and agriculture in this arid region of Petroleum County. Natural drainage is dictated by the meandering path of Mud Springs Creek and the smaller Maginnis Creek in the northeast.

Industrial activity is anchored by the Rattlesnake Butte Oil Field, situated near the prominent Rattlesnake Butte landmark. This site provides a clear view of the resource extraction patterns that have long influenced the regional economy. The map illustrates a sparse but deliberate settlement pattern typical of Central Montana, where named roads and water improvements represent critical infrastructure for isolated homesteads and energy operations.