2024 Map of Kinsey NW

About this map

The drainage systems of eastern Custer County define this portion of the Montana badlands, where deep dissection of the plateau creates a complex network of dry washes and seasonal streams. The northern reaches are dominated by Custer Creek, while the southern terrain is carved by the intermittent flows of Harris Creek and Saugus Creek. This 2024 survey captures the intricate topographic contours of a landscape primarily utilized for large-scale ranching and open-range grazing. The absence of permanent settlements or structures underscores the isolation of this corner of the state. Prominent landforms such as Caprock Coulee and Cabin Creek illustrate the erosional forces that continue to shape the regional geology within the Public Land Survey System grids of T11N and T12N.