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1958 Map of Painted Hill

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Painted Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Painted Hill rises above a complex drainage system within the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation during the mid-twentieth century. The landscape is defined by its watercourses, featuring prominent streams like Rosebud Creek and the West Fork Muddy Creek. This 1958 survey, updated with 1976 aerial revisions, captures a network of trails and jeep trails that navigate the varied terrain between David Creek and Horse Creek.

Several landmarks appear to carry the names of individuals or families, such as Killsnight Creek, Ridgewalker Creek, and Shavedhead Creek, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogical research in Big Horn County. The presence of Two Moon Reservoir and its associated Two Moon Creek indicates the development of water management for local use, while the density of named springs like Muddy Springs highlights the critical importance of reliable water sources in this Montana environment.