2024 Map of Leiberg Coulee

About this map

Arrow Creek meanders through this portion of Judith Basin, carving a landscape defined by sharp elevation shifts and expansive plateaus. The topography is dominated by the prominent Merino Bench, a high flatland in the southwest that stands in contrast to the deep incision of Leiberg Coulee. This area illustrates the classic drainages of central Montana, where watercourses like Big Coulee and Surprise Creek have cut significant relief into the high plains. A sparse network of rural routes, including Merino Bench Rd and Sourdough Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, connecting disparate sections of the Public Land Survey System. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of Braun Creek and Davis Creek as they feed into larger regional watersheds, providing a detailed look at the hydrology that shaped this ranching and agricultural territory.