2017 Map of Leiberg Coulee

About this map

Merino Bench dominates the southwest portion of this landscape in Judith Basin County, representing the high, flat plateaus characteristic of this central Montana region. This area is defined by its drainage systems, where Leiberg Coulee and Big Coulee have carved distinct impressions into the terrain. The hydrological network is led by Arrow Cr, which winds through the center of the sheet, supported by smaller tributaries like Davis Cr and Surprise Cr. The settlement pattern reflects a modern rural infrastructure, with a grid of local routes such as Sourdough Rd, Spencer Rd, and Merino Bench Rd providing access to the sprawling agricultural and grazing lands. These roads often follow section lines established by the Public Land Survey System, which remains the primary organizing force for property and navigation in this open country.