2014 Map of Lander Crossing

About this map

The Missouri River carves a deep, winding path through the heart of this North Central Montana landscape, marking the historical boundary between Cascade Co and Chouteau Co. This 2014 survey reveals a rugged dissected plateau defined by numerous drainage systems, including Highwood Cr and a series of named coulees such as Huntley Coulee and Tueverson Coulee. The settlement of Lander Crossing serves as a focal point in the southern portion of the sheet, while the uplands are etched with a grid of rural roads like Wheat Land Rd and River Crossing Rd, suggesting an economy deeply rooted in dryland wheat farming and ranching. The topographic detail highlights the dramatic transition from the river bottom to the high plains, capturing the intricate erosion patterns of Black Coulee and Widow Coulee.