2011 Map of Mulkey Bar

About this map

Little Lost River winds along the eastern edge of this landscape, marking a crucial water source in the arid Custer County interior. This 2011 survey illustrates a region defined by its drainage systems, where seasonally vital flows like Wet Creek and Dry Creek converge near the alluvial formation of Mulkey Bar. The transport network follows these natural contours, with the Little Lost Hwy and Pahsimeroi Rd providing the primary transit corridors through the basin. Higher elevations are marked by landmarks such as Deer Flats and the secluded Magpie Springs, showing the distribution of water in an environment where it dictates both settlement and movement. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of historic cattle and travel routes that have connected these creek valleys for generations, including Sawmill Canyon Rd and Pass Creek Rd.