2017 Map of Miller Creek NW

About this map

The divide between Rosebud and Custer counties cuts through this high plains landscape, where water and topography dictate the movement of early travel routes. The drainage of Graveyard Cr serves as a primary geographic anchor, accompanied by the rural pathway of Graveyard Creek Rd which follows the contours of the valley. To the east, the terrain is shaped by Horton Hollow, a significant topographical feature amidst the numerous draws. The hydrology of the area is defined by a series of intermittent streams including Iron Jaw Cr, Buffalo Cr, and Coal Cr, which flow through the dissected plateaus of this ranching country. This 2017 survey reflects the enduring spatial patterns of Eastern Montana, where section lines and county boundaries remain the primary human imprints on a landscape dominated by its drainage network and named coulees.