2011 Map of Montague Butte

About this map

Montague Butte and Henry Woods Mountain define the high ground of this Custer County landscape, where the drainage systems of the eastern Montana plains intersect. The map illustrates a complex network of seasonal and perennial waterways including Locate Creek, Whitney Creek, and the North Fork Locate Creek, which carve through the terrain between prominent landmarks like Rattlesnake Butte and Twin Buttes. Human infrastructure is sparse but notable, centered around water management and transportation. The presence of Smith Dam and the Leland Number 1 Dam in the northeast corner suggests the critical role of water storage for local ranching or agricultural needs. Transportation is limited to functional routes like the Terry Cut Across Rd and Whitney Cr Rd, with the Locate Rest Area serving as a modern waypoint along the central corridor.