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2024 Map of Lonesome Peak

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Lonesome Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The Powder River meanders through this landscape, creating a distinct hydrological corridor defined by extensive tributary networks. Notable among these is the uniquely named Baking Powder Creek, which flows past the prominent elevation of Lonesome Peak. The area's infrastructure is sparse, characterized by long rural routes such as Moorhead Rd and Big Powder River East Rd that trace the terrain's natural contours. This 2024 data represents a modern perspective on a territory that remains largely defined by its water sources and topography.

Water management is evident at the Garr Reservoir in the northeast, while numerous smaller drainages like Dripping Spring Creek and Cedar Creek reveal the complex drainage patterns of the Powder River Basin. The landscape transitions from the river valley to higher elevations such as the namesake peak, reflecting the transition between the riparian zones and the open range of Montana's southeast corner.