1995 Map of Mud Creek

About this map

The Lewis and Clark National Forest Musselshell Ranger District dominates the northern reaches of this mid-1990s survey, where the rugged topography of Meagher County meets the Wheatland County line. The drainage network is particularly intricate here, defined by the North Fork Musselshell River and its varied tributaries, including the aptly named Alkali Mud Creek and the meandering Mud Creek. A distinct transition from the forested highlands to the open drainages is visible through features like Quaking Aspen Coulee and Big Coulee. Human activity in this remote Montana landscape is marked by the presence of a Gravel Pit and the long transit of Findon Lane, which cuts through the southern drainage basins. This map provides a clear record of land management boundaries and the natural watercourse names that defined ranching and forest service operations in the late 20th century.