2014 Map of Sanders

About this map

The Yellowstone River anchors this central Montana landscape, cutting a wide corridor between the higher plateaus of Treasure and Rosebud counties. The settlement of Sanders occupies the southern bank, situated along the transport corridor defined by the Frontage Rd and railroad lines. This map illustrates the vital role of water management in the region’s agricultural economy, specifically through the Yellowstone Canal, which follows the southern river bench. To the north, the terrain is deeply dissected by drainages such as Starved to Death Cr and Roach Coulee, highlighting the shift from the fertile bottomlands of Howard Valley and Mission Valley to the more arid, cattle-grazing uplands. Local family histories are reflected in named tracks like Haines Ranch Rd and Sarpy Farm Rd.