1983 Map of Richey NW

About this map

The Redwater River winds through the northwestern corner of this landscape, marking a topographically varied section of the eastern Montana plains. This 1983 provisional survey captures the intricate drainage patterns of the region, where the Dawson and Richland county lines converge amidst a network of seasonal coulees and intermittent streams. The map reveals the hydrology of the area, including the upper reaches of Pasture Creek and the headwaters of South Fork Lisk Creek. These watercourses define the breaks and divides of the high prairie, providing a detailed look at the rural terrain before contemporary land-use changes. It is an essential document for understanding the physical geography and ranching boundaries that defined this remote corridor during the late twentieth century.