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2011 Map of Moorhead

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Moorhead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Moorhead stands as the primary settlement in this stretch of southeastern Montana, situated along the meandering path of the Powder River. The landscape is defined by a dense network of drainage systems, including Buffalo Creek, Dry Creek, and Bitter Creek, which carve through the high plains. Significant topographical landmarks like The Devils Backbone and Kelsey Hill dominate the southwestern portion of the map, providing clear reference points for the area's elevation.

Infrastructure is anchored by Moorhead Rd, which follows the river valley and connects the disparate draws and creeks. This 2011 survey illustrates the sparse, ranch-oriented settlement patterns of the region, where named features often relate to the land's contours, such as Bootjack Draw, Kelsey Draw, and Graham Creek. The map provides a precise look at the hydrology of the Powder River Basin before more contemporary land-use changes.