2024 Map of Paddy Fay Creek

About this map

The Tongue River meanders across this Custer County landscape, defining a valley carved through high-plains terrain. Central to the area's agricultural development is the Tongue and Yellowstone River Irrigation District Canal, which traces the eastern terrace of the river valley to manage water across these arid townships. The drainage network is dense with named coulees and intermittent streams, including Paddy Fay Creek, Cowles Creek, and Log Creek. While the uplands remain largely open and sparsely roaded, limited access points like Becker Ln and Rd 516 connect the valley floor to the surrounding heights. This mapping reflects the modern intersection of hydraulic engineering and the natural drainage patterns of southeastern Montana, where creek names like Mill Creek and Lignite Creek hint at the resources and activities that shaped local land use.