2014 Map of McBridy Spring

About this map

McBridy Spring sits at the center of this 2014 survey of the north-central Montana plains, illustrating a landscape defined by seasonal water and the vast ranching infrastructure of Chouteau County. The terrain is marked by significant topographical shifts, from the low-lying Sample Flat to the prominent rise of Haystack Butte in the southeast. Water management is critical in this arid environment, evidenced by the White Elephant Reservoir and the winding drainage of the North Fork Dugout Coulee. Local transportation routes, including Ames Ranch Rd and Dent Bridge Rd, follow the natural contours of the land, providing access to remote sections of the township grid. The presence of Hells Gulch and Tipi Rdg suggests a geography shaped by both erosion and local landmarks that serve as vital reference points for land management and history.