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2011 Map of Rustler Divide

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Rustler Divide
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Rustler Divide serves as the prominent topographic spine in this portion of Carter County, Montana, separating several complex drainage systems within the Long Pines area. The landscape is characterized by a high concentration of water resources, including numerous springs and small-scale cattle reservoirs such as Abel Reservoir, Dead Horse Reservoir, and Etta Reservoir. These features, along with names like Coal Bank Spring and Jack Spring, reflect the vital importance of water management for ranching and livestock in this arid environment.

Erosional features such as Rustler Canyon and Halbert Gulch define the descent from the divide, feeding into watercourses like Speelmon Creek and Snow Creek. The presence of Tri Point Tower indicates a modern communications or observation layer atop the ridges. Distinctive landmarks such as Grassy Butte and Stormy Butte anchor the eastern and southern edges of the survey, providing useful visual markers across the high plains terrain.