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2017 Map of Moorhead

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Moorhead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Powder River carves a winding path through this corner of Powder River County, defining the landscape at the small settlement of Moorhead. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of drainage channels including Thompson Creek, Buffalo Creek, and Bitter Creek, which feed into the main river valley. Notable topographic landmarks rise above the watercourses, such as the prominent ridge known as The Devils Backbone and the elevated Kelsey Hill.

A network of local routes like Moorhead Road and Big Powder River E Road provide access through the complex relief of the Montana-Wyoming border region. The map reveals a land structured by its draws and creeks, where features like Bootjack Draw and Kelsey Draw illustrate the intricate erosion patterns of the high plains. This 2017 edition provides a clear record of the area's rural transportation and natural hydrology.