2014 Map of Morris Butte

About this map

Morris Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this segment of Fallon County, where the high plains of eastern Montana meet a complex network of intermittent drainages and ranch infrastructure. The landscape is defined by its series of erosional heights, including Grassy Butte and Cedar Butte, which overlook the winding paths of Johny Cr and Cannonball Cr. This terrain reflects a dual economy of traditional cattle ranching and mid-century energy development, evidenced by the presence of the Pennel Oil Field and specialized infrastructure like Shell Oil Rd. A dense grid of established tracks such as School House Rd and Johny Creek Trl suggests a long history of land division and rural community connectivity, even in this sparsely populated region. The map captures the quiet intersection of natural topography and industrial utility at the height of modern surveying.