2011 Map of Pearl School

About this map

Squirrel Creek and its many tributaries define this section of Big Horn County, Montana, where a complex network of man-made irrigation infrastructure is layered over the natural drainage system. Early 21st-century water management is evident through several named canals, including Cormack Ditch, Powers Cormack Ditch, and the Powers Brothers Ditch, which divert water to sustain the local agricultural landscape. The terrain is marked by seasonal and permanent waterways like South Fork Spring Creek, Pearson Creek, and Youngs Creek, which carve out the subtle relief of the region. This 2011 survey captures the rural character of the area, where the spatial relationship between water sources and land use remains central to the community's layout. The map also records smaller features like Pond Creek and Gladwater Ditch, providing a detailed look at the local hydrography that has shaped the ranching and farming history of this Montana township.