2020 Map of Mitchell Crossing

About this map

Mitchell Crossing serves as the central point in this remote stretch of Fergus County, where the high plains terrain is deeply etched by the winding course of Armells Cr. The landscape is defined by the expansive plateau of Knox Ridge, a geographic feature that supports both aviation and travel through the Knox Ridge Airport and the lengthy Knox Ridge Rd. In the northern reaches, the Flat Top Reservoir provides a critical water source in an otherwise arid environment characterized by complex coulees and ridges. The road network, including Middle Two Calf Rd and Mabee Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, illustrating how ranching and transportation adapted to the breaks and drainage systems of central Montana in the early 21st century.