1971 Map of Lodge Pole NE

About this map

The Fort Belknap Indian Reservation landscape is defined by its intricate network of drainage systems and prominent landmarks in the early 1970s. Peoples Creek and its tributary, South Fork Peoples Creek, carve through the northern terrain, while Lodge Pole Creek winds across the southern reaches. This topography shows a clear transition between high points like Black Butte and the deep incisions of Wolf Coulee and Corral Coulee. Mapping here was conducted as part of the Department of the Interior program for the development of the Missouri River Basin, reflecting a period of federal interest in the hydraulic and land management of the northern plains. The presence of numerous named Spring features indicates the vital role of natural water sources in this portion of Blaine County, supporting both the natural ecosystem and local pastoral activities.