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2017 Map of Sandborn Creek

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Sandborn Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Stillwater River corridor dominates the southern half of this landscape, serving as the focal point for an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure. This 2017 survey details a complex system of water management, featuring named channels such as the Stillwater Ditch, Larson-Johnson Ditch, and Weir-Crawford Ditch that weave through the valley. The terrain transitions from the low-lying river plains to elevated landmarks like Fladberg Bench and the Madison Grade, indicating the distinct elevation shifts common to this part of Montana.

Agricultural and ranching heritage is evident in the naming of rural routes and water features, including Brey-Riddle Ditch and Tintinger Ditch. These labels, alongside landmarks like Huntley Butte Rd and Jack Stone Cr, reflect a geography shaped by family-named landholdings and collective water rights. The boundary between Sweet Grass and Stillwater Counties bisects the northern section, marking a administrative divide in this sparsely settled region of the high plains.