2017 Map of Miller Coulee West

About this map

Miller Coulee and Arrambide Coulee define this arid landscape in Valley County, where water management is the primary human imprint on the terrain. The network of drainage channels and low-lying basins is heavily modified by a complex system of catchment and control, featuring numerous small-scale water bodies like Cisco Reservoir, Sage Hen Reservoir, and Hardpan Reservoir. The existence of specialized structures such as the Big Rock Detention Reservoir and Grub Detention Reservoir suggests a focused effort to manage seasonal runoff across the northern plains. Transport through this area is limited to a few arterial routes, including Beaver Rd and Little Beaver Rd, which provide access to the various reservoirs and livestock watering points that dot the sections of t27n r37e and t26n r37e. The map illustrates a ranching-focused environment where every coulee and creek, from Little Beaver Creek to Wilderness Coulee, is integral to the local hydrology.