2024 Map of Parson Creek

About this map

Beehive sits within a landscape defined by rolling prairie and the drainage systems of eastern Montana. This 2024 map documents the boundary between Richland Co and Wibaux Co, a region where land use is heavily influenced by the presence of large tracts under the Farm Service Agency Interest of Montana. The terrain is marked by seasonal watercourses such as Parson Creek and Dry Creek, while Lady Brown Spring provides a rare localized water source in this dry environment. At the southern edge of the sheet, Blue Mountain rises as a significant landmark above the surrounding flats. The road network, including State Hwy 261 and Dry Creek Rd, reflects the low-density rural settlement pattern characteristic of the high plains, where connectivity often follows the path of creek beds and section lines.