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1987 Map of Nixon Gulch

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Nixon Gulch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The East Gallatin River meanders across the southern portion of this landscape, defining a fertile valley floor against the dramatic rise of the Horseshoe Hills. In the late 1980s, this area of Gallatin County was characterized by a network of drainage ravines, including Nixon Gulch, Cottonwood Gulch, and Big Davis Gulch, which cut through the uplifted terrain to the north.

Logistics and infrastructure are represented by the Burlington Northern railroad line following the river's course, a vital transportation link for the region's agricultural output. Notable landmarks include an Airway Beacon positioned on high ground for aerial navigation and a localized Feed Lot near the river, illustrating the intersection of traditional cattle ranching and modern technical infrastructure. The drainage patterns of Bullrun Creek and Chipmunk Gulch further emphasize the complex topography that shaped land use in this Montana corridor.