2011 Map of Pedigo Coulee

About this map

Prairie Elk Creek and its numerous branches dominate this drainage basin in McCone County, Montana, as it appeared in the early 21st century. The map reveals a remote ranching landscape defined by erosion and water management, centered around the Slimy Stock Dam. The terrain is deeply incised by multiple coulees, including Pedigo Coulee, Solly Coulee, and Cuttybeck Coulee, which channel seasonal runoff toward the main creek system. Human presence is sparse, represented primarily by the unpaved Thorgaard Rd and a network of tracks that connect isolated stock points. The branching patterns of the Middle Fork Prairie Elk Creek and East Fork Prairie Elk Creek illustrate the natural topography of this high plains environment, where water sources are vital for livestock and local agriculture.